Expanded Functions Dental Assistant | Flexible Schedule & CE

Aspen Dental; Orange City (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with match

Career development and growth

Free Continuing Education (CE)

Job summary

Aspen Dental is hiring an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant to support patient care and clinic operations. You will assist with directing the office team, support doctors during procedures, and ensure proper sterilization and regulatory compliance throughout the practice.

You will handle radiographs, patient education, and chairside assistance across a range of treatments, including denture relines and temporary crowns, with opportunities to train others and contribute to a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Current Dental Assistant License, Registration, Certification as required by state.
• Radiology (x-ray) certification as required by state.
• Current CPR or BLS certificate.
• 2+ years' experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Proficient at chairside assisting/four-handed dentistry.
• Demonstrate and provide instruction on proper sterilization and infection control techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist with directing the DA office team to maintain productive patient flow.
• Assist the doctors during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Breakdown operatory rooms for doctors and hygienists.
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatory and ensure staff is trained on the process.
• Follow maintenance schedules for waterlines, suction lines, autoclave, and compressor.
• Tray and operatory set-up for all procedures.
• Support patient charting for doctors.
• Train others to execute patient handoffs and monitor patient flow.
• Follow OSHA regulations and Aspen safety requirements, including HIPAA compliance.
• Take dental radiographs (X-rays).
• Educate patients on oral hygiene strategies after procedures.
• Complete denture relines and temporary crowns.
• Monitor and aid in management of laboratory cases.
• Perform quality intraoral health scans under 5 minutes.
• Understand clear aligner process and how to teach it.
• Take quality impressions and bite registrations.
• Perform additional expanded functions based on certification(s).
• Ensure emergency kits and oxygen tanks are maintained.
• Order and maintain supplies within practice budget.
• Perform office tasks as necessary.

Job description

Aspen Dental is hiring an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant to support patient care and clinic operations. You will assist with directing the office team, support doctors during procedures, and ensure proper sterilization and regulatory compliance throughout the practice.

You will handle radiographs, patient education, and chairside assistance across a range of treatments, including denture relines and temporary crowns, with opportunities to train others and contribute to a collaborative,