Dental Assistant | Flexible Schedule & Free CE

0714 Luis Valdivia DDS, PLLC; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan with match

Continuing education (CE)

Job summary

Aspen Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our team, providing essential support to clinicians and patients within a world-class dental service organization. The role emphasizes strong training, competitive pay, and opportunities for growth.

As a Dental Assistant, you will assist in procedures, take X-rays, manage operatory setup, maintain infection control, and educate patients on oral hygiene while collaborating with a supportive team to deliver exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients of all ages.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with dental team to provide exceptional patient care.
• Active license, registration, or permit as required by the state; including x-ray certification if required.

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
• Collaborate with practice team to ensure optimum patient satisfaction

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

X-ray certification

Job description

Aspen Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our team, providing essential support to clinicians and patients within a world-class dental service organization. The role emphasizes strong training, competitive pay, and opportunities for growth.

As a Dental Assistant, you will assist in procedures, take X-rays, manage operatory setup, maintain infection control, and educate patients on oral hygiene while collaborating with a supportive team to deliver exceptional patient care.