Dental Assistant — Flexible Schedule, Free CE & Benefits

Aspen Dental; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Career development

Supportive culture

Free CE

Job summary

Aspen Dental in Virginia is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and help ensure smooth patient flow. You will assist during a variety of procedures, take X-rays, prepare operatory, and support infection control while educating patients on oral health.

This full-time role offers a competitive hourly wage of $20–$23, a $500 sign-on bonus, paid time off, health/dental/vision benefits, and a 401(k) with match. TAG U provides free continuing education to support your growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active license, registration, or permit as required by the state of practice; including x-ray certification if required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients of all ages and backgrounds.

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

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aspen Dental in Virginia is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and help ensure smooth patient flow. You will assist during a variety of procedures, take X-rays, prepare operatory, and support infection control while educating patients on oral health.

This full-time role offers a competitive hourly wage of $20–$23, a $500 sign-on bonus, paid time off, health/dental/vision benefits, and a 401(k) with match. TAG U provides free continuing education to support your growth.