Dental Assistant: Flexible Schedule, Training & Growth

0533 MCKNIGHT ROAD DENTAL PLLC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $2,000

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with match

Continuing Education through TAG U

Job summary

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant in the United States to support clinical needs and doctors, ensure patient comfort, and uphold clinical standards.

You will receive training, a competitive compensation package, and opportunities for career growth within a supportive, team-driven environment. The role includes benefits such as health, dental, vision, and a 401(k) match, with continuing education through TAG U.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients of all ages and backgrounds.
• 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

• As a Dental Assistant, you will help support the clinical needs of the practice’s patients and doctors.
• You will have the support and training you need to maximize your career potential and help make a difference in your community one smile at a time.
• 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

Strong communication

Professional development

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Active license/x-ray certification

Job description

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant in the United States to support clinical needs and doctors, ensure patient comfort, and uphold clinical standards.

You will receive training, a competitive compensation package, and opportunities for career growth within a supportive, team-driven environment. The role includes benefits such as health, dental, vision, and a 401(k) match, with continuing education through TAG U.