Dental Assistant - Flexible Scheduling & Growth

Aspen Dental; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental and vision

401(k) with match

Career development

CE through TAG U

Job summary

Aspen Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinical operations and patient care. You will receive comprehensive training and join a team that values community impact and patient well-being.

Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, taking x-rays, maintaining sterility, and supporting patient education. A collaborative, growth-oriented environment is offered with flexible scheduling and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• 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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

X-ray certification (state permit)

Tools

Intraoral scanners

Dental radiography equipment handling

Job description

Aspen Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinical operations and patient care. You will receive comprehensive training and join a team that values community impact and patient well-being.

Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, taking x-rays, maintaining sterility, and supporting patient education. A collaborative, growth-oriented environment is offered with flexible scheduling and competitive pay.