Dental Assistant - Training, CE & Community Impact

Aspen Dental; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Career development

Continuing Education

Job summary

Aspen Dental in Waxahachie, TX is hiring a Dental Assistant for a full-time role. You will support clinical needs, take x-rays, set up operatories, and assist with patient handoffs while maintaining infection control. Training and career growth are provided, with a competitive pay range and comprehensive benefits.

The position emphasizes patient education, teamwork with the dental staff, and delivering quality care to the community one smile at a time.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Active license, registration, or permit as required by the state; X-ray certification if required.
• Aspen Dental-branded practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists.

Responsibilities

• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Take dental x-rays.
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment.
• Execute patient handoffs and monitor 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 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Commitment to ongoing learning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

X-ray certification (state requirement)

Job description

Aspen Dental in Waxahachie, TX is hiring a Dental Assistant for a full-time role. You will support clinical needs, take x-rays, set up operatories, and assist with patient handoffs while maintaining infection control. Training and career growth are provided, with a competitive pay range and comprehensive benefits.

The position emphasizes patient education, teamwork with the dental staff, and delivering quality care to the community one smile at a time.