Dental Assistant: Growth, CE, Flexible Scheduling

Aspen Dental; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 49,594,000 - 56,206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package: PTO, health, dental,

Vision and 401(k) with match

Career development opportunities

Supportive culture that fostersCollab

Free Continuing Education through TAG

Job summary

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant in Hattiesburg, MS, to support clinicians and deliver high-quality patient care. You will receive comprehensive training, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling designed to help you thrive in your career.

As part of a world-class dental service organization, you will assist during procedures, take x-rays, manage operatory setup, and help maintain infection control while educating patients on oral health.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for patient interactions.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other dental team members 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 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

Team collaboration

Commitment to learning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Active license/x-ray certification per state requirements

Job description

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant in Hattiesburg, MS, to support clinicians and deliver high-quality patient care. You will receive comprehensive training, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling designed to help you thrive in your career.

As part of a world-class dental service organization, you will assist during procedures, take x-rays, manage operatory setup, and help maintain infection control while educating patients on oral health.