Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery

Aspen Dental; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 74,501,000 - 80,231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Flexible scheduling

Career development

Job summary

Aspen Dental in Gainesville, FL is seeking an Oral Surgeon Dental Assistant. You will support clinical needs, travel to nearby offices, assist during procedures, take X-rays, and uphold infection control with the dental team.

The role offers a competitive hourly rate, paid time off, health and dental benefits, and flexible scheduling to help you grow professionally while making a positive impact in your community.

Qualifications

• Active license/permit required by state of practice, including x-ray certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist during a variety of dental procedures.
• Take dental X‑rays and ensure image quality.
• Set up and breakdown operatory post-treatment.
• Maintain infection control and sterilize instruments.
• Collaborate with dental team to provide exceptional patient care.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Learning mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Active license/permit

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: $26 - $28 / hour

Sign On Bonus: $1000

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.