Dental Assistant: Learn, Grow, Flexible Schedule & Benefits

aspendental; Michigan City (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with match

Professional development / continuing-

Job summary

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant in Michigan City, IN. The role provides comprehensive on-the-job training, competitive hourly pay, and a benefits package. You will support clinicians, take X-rays, and help maintain a clean, efficient operatory while promoting excellent patient care.

We offer paid time off, health/dental/vision coverage, a 401(k) with match, and ongoing career development opportunities through TAG U. Join a team dedicated to community service and patient well-being.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with patients of all ages and backgrounds.
• 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 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 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

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Lifelong learning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Active license/permit with X-ray certification

State requirements compliance

Job description

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant in Michigan City, IN. The role provides comprehensive on-the-job training, competitive hourly pay, and a benefits package. You will support clinicians, take X-rays, and help maintain a clean, efficient operatory while promoting excellent patient care.

We offer paid time off, health/dental/vision coverage, a 401(k) with match, and ongoing career development opportunities through TAG U. Join a team dedicated to community service and patient well-being.