Dental Assistant: Flexible Schedule, CE & Growth Opportunities

aspendental; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Continuing education (CE) through TAG–

Job summary

Aspen Dental in Palm Springs, CA is hiring a Dental Assistant to support clinical needs and assist doctors. You will receive comprehensive training, competitive pay, and flexible scheduling to advance your career while making a positive impact in the community.

The role involves assisting during treatments, taking x-rays, maintaining sterility, and supporting patient flow and charting. A strong team player with a high school diploma and relevant license is required.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other members of the dental team to provide exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Take dental x-rays.
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment.
• Execute patient handoffs and monitors patient flow within the practice.
• Manage infection control - prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain good oral health.
• Complete denture soft relines and manufacture temporary crowns.
• Perform quality impressions and bite registrations.
• Perform digital intraoral scans.
• Support patient charting for doctors.
• Perform various office tasks as necessary.
• Collaborate with practice team to ensure optimum patient satisfaction.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Professional development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aspen Dental in Palm Springs, CA is hiring a Dental Assistant to support clinical needs and assist doctors. You will receive comprehensive training, competitive pay, and flexible scheduling to advance your career while making a positive impact in the community.

The role involves assisting during treatments, taking x-rays, maintaining sterility, and supporting patient flow and charting. A strong team player with a high school diploma and relevant license is required.