Dental Assistant — Flexible Scheduling, CE & Growth

Aspen Dental; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Job summary

Aspen Dental in Texas is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and patients with care, training, and community impact. This full‑time role offers a structured training program, competitive hourly pay, and a schedule designed to help you thrive.

You will assist during treatments, take dental x-rays, prepare operatory, manage infection control, educate patients on oral health, and collaborate with the practice team to ensure patient satisfaction and quality care.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage patients of diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the dental team to provide excellent patient care.
• Active license/registration or permit as required; X-ray certification if required.

Responsibilities

• Assist during a variety of dental treatment procedures.
• Take dental x-rays and imaging as needed.
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment.
• Monitor patient flow and handoffs within the practice.
• Manage infection control and sterilization of instruments.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene strategies to maintain health.
• Support charting and documentation for providers.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure patient satisfaction.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Commitment to learning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aspen Dental in Texas is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and patients with care, training, and community impact. This full‑time role offers a structured training program, competitive hourly pay, and a schedule designed to help you thrive.

You will assist during treatments, take dental x-rays, prepare operatory, manage infection control, educate patients on oral health, and collaborate with the practice team to ensure patient satisfaction and quality care.