Dental Assistant: Flexible Scheduling & CE Opportunities

Aspen Dental; Charlottesville (VA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with match

Career development

Free Continuing Education

Job summary

Aspen Dental in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and ensure smooth patient flow. You will assist during procedures, take x-rays, and maintain operatory readiness in a fast-paced dental practice.

We offer paid time off, health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) with match, career development, and a supportive culture. This role emphasizes infection control and patient education to enhance oral health in the community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active license, registration, or permit as required by the state; including x-ray certification if required.
• Aspen Dental-branded practices are independently owned and operated; non-clinical corporate support provided.

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
• Educate patients on oral hygiene strategies
• Complete denture soft relines and temporary crowns
• Perform quality impressions and bite registrations
• Perform digital intraoral scans
• Support patient charting for doctors

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Digital intraoral scanners

Job description

Aspen Dental in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and ensure smooth patient flow. You will assist during procedures, take x-rays, and maintain operatory readiness in a fast-paced dental practice.

We offer paid time off, health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) with match, career development, and a supportive culture. This role emphasizes infection control and patient education to enhance oral health in the community.