Dental Assistant - Flexible Schedule, Free CE & Benefits

aspendental; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Free continuing education (CE) through

Job summary

Aspen Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and patients across a busy practice. You will assist in procedures, take digital X-rays, prepare operatory spaces, and help manage patient flow to ensure smooth daily operations.

The role emphasizes infection control, patient education, and teamwork within a supportive, growth-oriented environment. Salary is hourly with full-time benefits and opportunities for CE and career development.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the dental team to provide exceptional patient care.

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 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

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aspen Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and patients across a busy practice. You will assist in procedures, take digital X-rays, prepare operatory spaces, and help manage patient flow to ensure smooth daily operations.

The role emphasizes infection control, patient education, and teamwork within a supportive, growth-oriented environment. Salary is hourly with full-time benefits and opportunities for CE and career development.