Dental Assistant - Part-Time

0487 Hussain Dental LLC; Eugene, Aspen (OR, CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Career development

CE through TAG U

Job summary

Aspen Dental is hiring a part-time Dental Assistant in Oregon to support clinicians, take x-rays, set up operatory, and ensure smooth patient flow. You will receive comprehensive training and access to a broad benefits package.

Join a collaborative team with a strong focus on infection control, patient education, and quality care. This role offers flexible scheduling, opportunities for CE through TAG U, and the chance to make a positive impact in your community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active radiologic proficiency certificate as required by Oregon.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Assist with patient charting and room turnover.
• Collaborate with practice team to ensure patient satisfaction.

Skills

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Infection control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Radiologic proficiency certificate (Oregon)

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 a Dental Assistant, you will have the opportunity to give back to communities and positively affect patients' lives.

Job Type: Part-Time Salary: $18 - $21 / hour

We Offer:

• A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match
• 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

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

How You'll Make a Difference:

• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures
• Take dental x-rays
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment
• Execute patient handoffs and monitors patient flow within the practice
• Manage infection control – prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
• Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain good oral health
• Complete denture soft relines and manufacture temporary crowns
• Perform quality impressions and bite registrations
• Perform digital intraoral scans
• Support patient charting for doctors
• Perform various office tasks as necessary
• Collaborate with practice team to ensure optimum patient satisfaction

Qualifications:

• Active certificate of radiologic proficiency as required by the state of Oregon
• 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
• Ability to work collaboratively with other members of the dental team to provide exceptional patient care
• High school diploma or equivalent

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.