Oral Surgery Dental Assistant — Travel & Flexible Schedule

Aspen Dental; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Continuing education (CE)

Job summary

Aspen Dental is seeking an Oral Surgeon Dental Assistant to support clinicians and advance patient care. You will travel to nearby offices to assist with a range of procedures, take X-rays, and ensure operatory readiness after treatment, all while maintaining infection control standards.

You will educate patients on oral health, perform essential office tasks, and collaborate with the dental team to deliver exceptional patient care in a supportive, growth‑driven environment.

Qualifications

• Active license, registration, or permit as required by the state of practice; including x-ray certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build rapport with patients of all ages and backgrounds.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Travel to nearby offices to support patient care.
• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Take dental X-rays.
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment.
• Manage infection control - prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain good oral health.
• Perform various office tasks as necessary.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the dental team to provide exceptional patient care.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

X-ray certification/license

Tools

X-ray machine

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Aspen Dental is seeking an Oral Surgeon Dental Assistant to support clinicians and advance patient care. You will travel to nearby offices to assist with a range of procedures, take X-rays, and ensure operatory readiness after treatment, all while maintaining infection control standards.

You will educate patients on oral health, perform essential office tasks, and collaborate with the dental team to deliver exceptional patient care in a supportive, growth‑driven environment.