Dental Assistant — Flexible Schedule, Free CE, Benefits

Aspen Dental; Mechanicsville (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with match

Career development

Continuing Education (CE) through TAGU

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant to join our team in Mechanicsville, VA. You will assist in procedures, take x-rays, prepare operatory, and support patient flow while upholding infection control and patient comfort.

The role emphasizes patient education, teamwork, and ongoing professional development within a supportive culture that values community impact and clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with patients.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with dental team to provide care.
• High school diploma or equivalent; state x-ray license/permit as 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.
• Manage infection control and sterilize instruments.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene strategies.
• Complete denture relines and temporary crowns.
• Perform quality impressions, bite registrations and digital scans.
• Support patient charting for doctors.
• Collaborate with practice team to ensure patient satisfaction.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant to join our team in Mechanicsville, VA. You will assist in procedures, take x-rays, prepare operatory, and support patient flow while upholding infection control and patient comfort.

The role emphasizes patient education, teamwork, and ongoing professional development within a supportive culture that values community impact and clinical excellence.