Dental Assistant — Growth, CE & Flexible Scheduling

Aspen Dental; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Career development

Free CE

Job summary

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant to support clinicians in a fast-paced environment. You will assist during procedures, take dental x-rays, prepare operatory space, and ensure infection control standards are met. This role offers strong training, a competitive hourly wage, and opportunities for growth.

Join a team that values patient care, collaboration, and continuous learning, with a comprehensive benefits package and flexible scheduling to support your career development.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to connect with patients of all ages.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the dental team to provide exceptional patient care.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active license, registration, or permit as required; 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.
• Manage infection control – prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies.
• 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 the practice team to ensure patient satisfaction.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Commitment to learning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

X-ray certification

Job description

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant to support clinicians in a fast-paced environment. You will assist during procedures, take dental x-rays, prepare operatory space, and ensure infection control standards are met. This role offers strong training, a competitive hourly wage, and opportunities for growth.

Join a team that values patient care, collaboration, and continuous learning, with a comprehensive benefits package and flexible scheduling to support your career development.