Dental Assistant: Flexible Schedule, CE & Career Growth

Aspen Dental; Dedham (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) with match

Continuing Education through TAG U

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Aspen Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant in Dedham, MA, to support clinicians, take X-rays, and ensure efficient patient flow. The role offers full-time hours, a competitive hourly wage, and opportunities to contribute to community health.

You will assist with a variety of procedures, prepare operatory spaces, and collaborate with the team to deliver high-quality patient care while pursuing ongoing education through TAG U and other programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active license or permit and X-ray certification if required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team-based approach to patient care.
• Commitment to ongoing learning.

Responsibilities

• Assist during treatment procedures.
• Take dental X-rays.
• Set up and breakdown operatory after treatment.
• Manage patient handoffs and flow within the practice.
• Maintain infection control and sterilize instruments.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices.
• Complete denture relines and manufacture temporary crowns.
• Perform quality impressions and bite registrations; perform digital intraoral scans.
• Support patient charting for doctors.
• Collaborate with the practice team to ensure patient satisfaction.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

X-ray certification (state license/permitting)

Job description

Aspen Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant in Dedham, MA, to support clinicians, take X-rays, and ensure efficient patient flow. The role offers full-time hours, a competitive hourly wage, and opportunities to contribute to community health.

You will assist with a variety of procedures, prepare operatory spaces, and collaborate with the team to deliver high-quality patient care while pursuing ongoing education through TAG U and other programs.