Dental Assistant: Flexible Scheduling, Growth & Benefits

aspendental; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Career development

Job summary

Aspen Dental in the United States is hiring a Dental Assistant for a full-time role with competitive hourly pay. You will support clinicians, manage patient flow, and help maintain a clean, safe practice environment.

We offer paid time off, health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) with match, and access to free CE through TAG U. Join a collaborative team focused on patient care and community impact.

Qualifications

• Active license/registration/permit as required by state; including x-ray certification if required.
• High school diploma or equivalent and a passion for patient care.
• Must be able to learn and apply practice policies and infection control standards.

Responsibilities

• 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 and interpersonal

Ability to work collaboratively with a

Commitment to ongoing learning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aspen Dental in the United States is hiring a Dental Assistant for a full-time role with competitive hourly pay. You will support clinicians, manage patient flow, and help maintain a clean, safe practice environment.

We offer paid time off, health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) with match, and access to free CE through TAG U. Join a collaborative team focused on patient care and community impact.