Dental Assistant: Flexible Schedule & CE Perks

aspendental; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Career development

Growth opportunities

Culture

Free CE

Job summary

Aspen Dental in Virginia Beach is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and patients. This full-time role offers on-site work, competitive hourly pay, and comprehensive benefits.

You will receive training and opportunities to grow your career within a world-class dental service organization. You will assist with procedures, take x-rays, maintain infection control, educate patients on oral hygiene, and help manage patient flow.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build rapport with patients of all ages.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the dental team to provide exceptional patient care.
• High school diploma or equivalent; active license/permit and x-ray certification if required by state.

Responsibilities

• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures
• Take dental x-rays
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment
• Execute patient handoffs and monitor 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 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

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Ongoing learning

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aspen Dental in Virginia Beach is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and patients. This full-time role offers on-site work, competitive hourly pay, and comprehensive benefits.

You will receive training and opportunities to grow your career within a world-class dental service organization. You will assist with procedures, take x-rays, maintain infection control, educate patients on oral hygiene, and help manage patient flow.