Entry-Level Dental Assistant: Paid Training & Scheduling

Aspen Dental; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training through DANB

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Health, Vision, and 401(k)

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Aspen Dental in Cedar Rapids, IA is hiring an Entry-Level Dental Assistant. No prior dental experience or certification is required; you’ll receive paid training through our DANB partnership and a clear path toward becoming a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA).

You’ll assist during treatment, set up and breakdown operatories, manage infection control, support patient charting, and collaborate with the dental team to provide exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Radiology certification within state timeframe.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to build rapport with patients.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment
• Manage infection control – prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
• Support patient charting for Doctors
• Perform various office tasks as necessary
• Collaborate with other members of the dental team to provide exceptional patient care

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Professional growth

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Radiology Certification (state)

Job description

Aspen Dental in Cedar Rapids, IA is hiring an Entry-Level Dental Assistant. No prior dental experience or certification is required; you’ll receive paid training through our DANB partnership and a clear path toward becoming a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA).

You’ll assist during treatment, set up and breakdown operatories, manage infection control, support patient charting, and collaborate with the dental team to provide exceptional patient care.