Dental Assistant - Flexible Schedule, Growth & Free CE

0462 KOENTJORO DENTISTRY OAKVIEW LLC; Omaha, Aspen (NE, CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Career development

Free Continuing Education (CE)

Job summary

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant in Omaha, NE. The role offers full-time employment with pay ranging from $22 to $25 per hour. Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, taking x-rays, preparing operatory, managing patient flow, sterilization, and patient education, with opportunities for CE and career growth.

The position emphasizes a supportive culture, ongoing learning, and a comprehensive benefits package including PTO, health/dental/vision, and a 401(k) with match.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients of all ages.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other members of the dental team to provide exceptional patient care.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active license, registration, or permit as required by the state of practice; 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 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 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 skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Commitment to learning

Patient care orientation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Active license or permit (including x-ray if required)

Job description

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant in Omaha, NE. The role offers full-time employment with pay ranging from $22 to $25 per hour. Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, taking x-rays, preparing operatory, managing patient flow, sterilization, and patient education, with opportunities for CE and career growth.

The position emphasizes a supportive culture, ongoing learning, and a comprehensive benefits package including PTO, health/dental/vision, and a 401(k) with match.