Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery

Aspen Dental; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Continuing Education

Job summary

Aspen Dental is hiring an Oral Surgeon Dental Assistant to support patient care across multiple offices in Mississippi. The role involves assisting during procedures, taking dental X-rays, setting up and breaking down operatory after treatment, and maintaining infection control.

A valid state license and x-ray certification are required, with daily travel to assigned offices. Offering full-time opportunities, competitive hourly pay, and a benefits package, including health and dental coverage,

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.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Have your high school diploma or equivalent; may vary by independently owned Aspen Dental locations.
• Driver's license and appropriate insurance or eligibility for employer fleet insurance when required.

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 – 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.

Skills

X-ray certification

License to practice dentistry

Strong communication

Willing to travel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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: $23 - $25 / hour Must be able to travel to Hattiesburg, Clinton, Flowood, and Columbus with the Oral Surgeon.

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

• 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.