Dental Assistant: Growth, CE & Flexible Scheduling

aspendental; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Job summary

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant to support clinical teams and patients. The role offers full-time hours, competitive hourly pay, and opportunities to grow within a world-class dental service organization.

You will work with doctors and staff to assist procedures, take x-rays, ensure infection control, and educate patients on oral hygiene. Join a supportive culture that values community impact and patient care.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with dental team to provide exceptional patient care.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active license, registration, or permit 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

Team collaboration

Learning mindset

X-ray certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

X-ray certification

Job description

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant to support clinical teams and patients. The role offers full-time hours, competitive hourly pay, and opportunities to grow within a world-class dental service organization.

You will work with doctors and staff to assist procedures, take x-rays, ensure infection control, and educate patients on oral hygiene. Join a supportive culture that values community impact and patient care.