Dental Assistant: Flexible Schedule, Free CE, 401(k) Match

Aspen Dental; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k) with match

Paid CE through TAG U

Career growth

Job summary

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant in a full-time role. You will support clinical needs, receive strong training, and work with a team focused on community oral health. This position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow.

You will assist during procedures, take x-rays, manage operatory setup, and ensure infection control, aiming to maximize patient comfort and satisfaction across the practice.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for rapport with patients.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with dental team to provide care.
• High school diploma or equivalent; active license as required.
• X-ray certification or state-required permitting if applicable.

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

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant in a full-time role. You will support clinical needs, receive strong training, and work with a team focused on community oral health. This position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow.

You will assist during procedures, take x-rays, manage operatory setup, and ensure infection control, aiming to maximize patient comfort and satisfaction across the practice.