Dental Assistant - Flexible Schedule, Growth & CE

Aspen Dental; Wharton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Career development

Continuing Education through TAG U

Supportive culture

Job summary

Aspen Dental in Wharton, New Jersey is hiring a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and patients. You will assist during treatments, take x-rays, and manage room setup and infection control.

The role emphasizes patient education, equipment sterilization, and smooth patient flow to uphold high care standards. Applicants should have strong communication skills, a high school diploma, and an active x-ray certification if required by the state.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other team members.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.

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 proper oral hygiene strategies to maintain good oral health.
• Complete denture 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

Strong communication and interpersonal

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

X-ray certification

Job description

Aspen Dental in Wharton, New Jersey is hiring a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and patients. You will assist during treatments, take x-rays, and manage room setup and infection control.

The role emphasizes patient education, equipment sterilization, and smooth patient flow to uphold high care standards. Applicants should have strong communication skills, a high school diploma, and an active x-ray certification if required by the state.