Dental Assistant - Flexible Schedule & Growth

Aspen Dental; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Free CE through TAG U

Job summary

Aspen Dental is hiring a part-time Dental Assistant. We offer comprehensive benefits, competitive hourly pay, and opportunities for career development in a supportive, patient-centered environment.

You will assist clinicians, take x-rays, manage charting, and ensure sterile, ready-to-use operatories. Join a team that values collaboration and continuous learning while helping patients maintain optimal oral health.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the dental team to provide excellent patient care.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Active license/registration or permit as required by the state; x-ray certification if required.

Responsibilities

• Assist during a variety of dental treatment procedures.
• Take dental x-rays and manage patient charting.
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment.
• Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain good oral health.
• Maintain infection control – sterilize instruments and prepare operatory.
• Complete denture relines and temporary crowns as needed.
• Perform digital intraoral scans and impressions.
• Collaborate with the practice team to ensure patient satisfaction.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Professional development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aspen Dental is hiring a part-time Dental Assistant. We offer comprehensive benefits, competitive hourly pay, and opportunities for career development in a supportive, patient-centered environment.

You will assist clinicians, take x-rays, manage charting, and ensure sterile, ready-to-use operatories. Join a team that values collaboration and continuous learning while helping patients maintain optimal oral health.