Dental Assistant — Flexible Schedule + Free CE + Growth

Aspen Dental; Tennessee; On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

CE through TAG U

Job summary

Aspen Dental in Tennessee is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join our team on a full-time basis. We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and flexible scheduling to help you thrive in your career.

You will support clinical needs by assisting during procedures, taking x-rays, preparing operatory spaces, and maintaining infection control. A strong focus on patient care and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 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 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

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

X-ray certification (if required)

Job description

Aspen Dental in Tennessee is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join our team on a full-time basis. We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and flexible scheduling to help you thrive in your career.

You will support clinical needs by assisting during procedures, taking x-rays, preparing operatory spaces, and maintaining infection control. A strong focus on patient care and teamwork is essential.