Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery

Aspen Dental; Pickerington (OH); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) savings plan with match

Career development opportunities

Free Continuing Education (CE)

Job summary

A leading dental service organization is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant for Oral Surgery in Pickerington, Ohio. The role involves supporting clinical needs, patient education, and infection control. Must have an active license and strong interpersonal skills. Competitive salary of $18-$21 per hour and a generous benefits package included.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice including x-ray certification.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Valid non-restricted driver's license and insurance.

Responsibilities

• Travel to nearby offices to support patient care.
• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Take dental X-rays.
• Manage infection control and prepare instruments.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene strategies.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of oral hygiene

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Active license or permit as required

Job description

Overview

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Aspen Dental offers You First philosophy, with world-class dental service organization support, training program, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling. As an Oral Surgeon Dental Assistant, you will help support the clinical needs of the practice’s patients and doctors and have the opportunity to make a difference in your community.

Job details

Job type: Full-Time

Salary: $18 - $21 / hour

What Aspen Dental offers

• 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.

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

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

Note: 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.