Dental Assistant - Flexible Schedule, Growth & CE

aspendental; Athens (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with match

Career development

Continuing Education (TAG U)

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Aspen Dental in Athens, Tennessee, is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and patients in a busy practice. This full-time position offers paid time off, health/dental/vision benefits, a 401(k) with match, and ongoing professional development in a collaborative setting.

You will take X-rays, set up operatories, manage infection control, and help educate patients on oral health while contributing to a supportive team culture and community impact.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build rapport with diverse patients.
• 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
• Manage infection control - prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
• Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain good oral health
• Complete denture relines and 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

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aspen Dental in Athens, Tennessee, is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and patients in a busy practice. This full-time position offers paid time off, health/dental/vision benefits, a 401(k) with match, and ongoing professional development in a collaborative setting.

You will take X-rays, set up operatories, manage infection control, and help educate patients on oral health while contributing to a supportive team culture and community impact.