Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery

Aspen Dental; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with match

Flexible scheduling

Career development

CE via TAG U

Paid time off

Job summary

Aspen Dental is seeking an Oral Surgeon Dental Assistant to support clinicians across multiple offices. You will travel to nearby Aspen Dental locations to assist during a variety of dental procedures and to take X‑rays, while maintaining rigorous infection control and operatory setup.

You will join a team that emphasizes patient care, ongoing professional development, and flexibility with full-time scheduling and competitive compensation. A valid license and X-ray certification are required.

Qualifications

• Active license/permit as required by state; including x-ray certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for patients of all ages.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development; high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Travel to nearby offices to support patient care.
• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Take dental X-rays.
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment.
• Manage infection control – sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene.
• Perform various office tasks as necessary.
• Work collaboratively with the dental team to provide patient care.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Commitment to learning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Active license/registration with x-ray certification

Job description

At Aspen Dental, we put You First, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO). Our best-in-class training program, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling will help you thrive in your career. When you join our team as an Oral Surgeon Dental Assistant , you will have the opportunity to give back to communities and positively affect patients' lives.

Job type: Full-Time

Salary: $16 - $21 / hour

At Aspen Dental, we put You First. We offer:

• A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match*
• Part-time, Full-time, flexible scheduling available*
• Career development and growth opportunities to support you at every stage of your career
• A fun and supportive culture that encourages collaboration and innovation
• Free Continuing Education (CE) through TAG U

How You’ll Make a Difference

As an Oral Surgeon Dental Assistant , you will help support the clinical needs of the practice’s patients and doctors. You will have the support you need to maximize your career potential and help make a difference in your community one smile at a time.

• Travel to nearby offices to support patient care**
• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures
• Take dental X-rays
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment
• Manage infection control – prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
• Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain good oral health
• Perform various office tasks as necessary
• Work collaboratively with other members of the dental team to provide exceptional patient care

Qualifications:

• Active license, registration, or permit as required by the state of practice; including x-ray certification
• 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
• Have your high school diploma or equivalent

*May vary by independently owned and operated Aspen Dental locations.

** As this position requires daily travel to assigned offices, you must maintain a valid non-restricted driver's license and appropriate insurance or the ability to be insured under the employer’s fleet insurance program (for those assigned a Company fleet vehicle). The Company reserves the right to request and review your Motor Vehicle Record at any time, according to state requirements.

*May vary by independently owned and operated Aspen Dental locations.

** As this position requires daily travel to assigned offices, you must maintain a valid non-restricted driver's license and appropriate insurance or the ability to be insured under the employer’s fleet insurance program (for those assigned a Company fleet vehicle). The Company reserves the right to request and review your Motor Vehicle Record at any time, according to state requirements.

Aspen Dental-branded practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists. The practices receive non-clinical business support services from Aspen Dental Management, Inc., a dental support organization.

ADMI Corp., d/b/a TAG-The Aspen Group, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers and welcome everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.