Dental Assistant - Entry Level
About The Position
This entry-level Dental Assistant role requires no prior dental experience or certification. The employee receives paid, hands-on training through Aspen Dental’s partnership with the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB), with a pathway toward becoming a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA). The role supports dentists and the dental team in providing patient care and maintaining clinical operations. Schedule options vary by independently owned and operated location and may include part-time, full-time, and flexible scheduling. Aspen Dental describes its support as including paid CDA training, paid radiology and safety certification training, paid time off and holidays, health and vision coverage, a 401(k) savings plan, free continuing education through TAG U, and paid annual CDA certification renewal after it is earned. The position offers training, career development, and opportunities for advancement.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Obtain radiology and safety certification within the required timeframe for the state of practice.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build rapport with patients of all ages and backgrounds.
- Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
Responsibilities
- Assist during a variety of treatment procedures.
- Set up and break down the operatory after treatment.
- Manage infection control, including preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment.
- Support patient charting for doctors.
- Perform office tasks as necessary.
- Collaborate with other members of the dental team to provide patient care.
Benefits
- Paid Certified Dental Assistant training through DANB, sponsored by Aspen.
- Paid training to become radiology and safety certified through DANB.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Health coverage.
- Vision coverage.
- 401(k) savings plan.
- Free continuing education through TAG U.
- Paid annual CDA certification renewal once earned.
- Flexible scheduling may be available depending on location.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
