Dental Assistant - Flexible Scheduling, CE & Benefits

Aspen Dental; Hermitage (Mercer County); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) with match

Free CE through TAG U

Job summary

Aspen Dental in Hermitage, PA is hiring a full-time Dental Assistant to support clinicians and ensure high-quality patient care. You will take dental x-rays, prepare operatory, manage workflows, and educate patients on oral health.

The role offers comprehensive benefits with opportunities for career development, a supportive team culture, and ongoing training within a leading dental service organization.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for rapport with patients of all ages/backgrounds.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the dental team to provide exceptional patient care.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active license/registration/permit as required by state; 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.
• Manage infection control – prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene strategies to maintain health.
• Complete denture relines and temporary crowns.
• Perform quality impressions and bite registrations.
• Perform digital intraoral scans.
• Support patient charting for doctors.
• Collaborate with practice team to ensure patient satisfaction.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Lifelong learning

Patient rapport

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental x-ray certification

Job description

Aspen Dental in Hermitage, PA is hiring a full-time Dental Assistant to support clinicians and ensure high-quality patient care. You will take dental x-rays, prepare operatory, manage workflows, and educate patients on oral health.

The role offers comprehensive benefits with opportunities for career development, a supportive team culture, and ongoing training within a leading dental service organization.