Dental Assistant: X-Ray & Patient Care Pro

Aspen Dental; Florence (SC); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Career development

Continuing Education (TAG U)

Job summary

Aspen Dental in Florence, South Carolina, is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support clinicians and improve patient care. The role includes taking dental X-rays, preparing operatory spaces, and assisting during procedures.

You will help educate patients, maintain infection control, and support charting and imaging workflows. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, paid time off, health/dental/vision, a 401(k) with match, career development, and continuing education opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to work as part of a dental team and provide patient-centered care.
• Willingness to learn and grow within a leading dental support organization.

Responsibilities

• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Take dental x-rays and perform basic imaging tasks.
• Set up and breakdown operatory after treatment to maintain a sterile environment.
• Execute patient handoffs and monitor patient flow within the practice.
• Manage infection control including sterilization of instruments and equipment.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and post-care instructions.
• Complete denture relines and manufacture temporary crowns as needed.
• Perform impressions, bite registrations, and digital intraoral scans.
• Support patient charting for doctors and maintain accurate records.
• Handle various office tasks and collaborate with the team for optimal patient satisfaction.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aspen Dental in Florence, South Carolina, is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support clinicians and improve patient care. The role includes taking dental X-rays, preparing operatory spaces, and assisting during procedures.

You will help educate patients, maintain infection control, and support charting and imaging workflows. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, paid time off, health/dental/vision, a 401(k) with match, career development, and continuing education opportunities.