Dental Assistant - Entry Level

Aspen Dental Management • San Angelo, TX

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About The Position

This entry-level Dental Assistant role offers paid, hands-on training through Aspen Dental’s partnership with the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB), with a path toward becoming a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA). The position supports dentists and the dental team in delivering patient care while completing clinical and office tasks. Dental experience or certification is not required to apply. Schedules vary by independently owned and operated location; part-time, full-time, and flexible scheduling may be available.

Aspen Dental describes its training program, benefits, and scheduling flexibility as support for career development and job stability. The organization promotes from within and offers opportunities to contribute to patients and local communities. Aspen Dental-branded practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists and receive non-clinical business support from Aspen Dental Management, Inc.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Obtain radiology and safety certification within the timeframe required by 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.

Nice To Haves

• No dental experience or certification is required to apply.

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, vision, and 401(k) savings plan.
• Free continuing education through TAG U.
• Paid annual CDA certification renewal once earned.
• Flexible scheduling may be available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED