Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery

Aspen Dental; South Meriden, Aspen (CT, CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Free CE

Job summary

Aspen Dental in Connecticut is seeking an Oral Surgeon Dental Assistant to support clinical teams across multiple offices. You will travel to nearby offices, assist during procedures, take dental X-rays, and help with setup, sterilization, and patient education.

This role offers competitive hourly pay and a sign-on bonus, with a comprehensive benefits package. Daily travel is required to assigned offices, and you’ll work with a collaborative dental team in a fast-paced environment that

Qualifications

• Active license/registration or permit as required by state; including x-ray certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients of all ages.

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 and sterilize instruments.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene strategies.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patient care

Education

Active license/permit with x-ray certification

Tools

X-ray equipment

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: $30 - $35 / hour
Sign On Bonus: $5000
Travel:
Connecticut: Bristol, Danbury, Farmington, Mansfield, Waterbury-Chase, Meriden
Massachusetts: Hadley, Leominster, Pittsfield
New Hampshire: Keene, West Lebanon
New York: Commack, Deer Park, Glen Falls, Schenectady, Plattsburgh, Port Jefferson, Saratoga Springs
Vermont: Berlin, Brattleboro, Rutland, Williston

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.

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.

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.