Dental Assistant - Entry Level

Aspen Dental Management • Allentown, PA

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About The Position

This entry-level Dental Assistant role requires no prior dental experience or certification. The employee receives paid, hands-on training through a partnership with the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB), along with a path toward becoming a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA). The role supports dentists and patients in independently owned and operated Aspen Dental practices, helping deliver patient care and carry out clinical and office tasks.

The schedule varies by location, with part-time, full-time, and flexible scheduling available. The listed salary is $19–$23 per hour. Aspen Dental describes its training, benefits, and flexible scheduling as support for career development and stable employment, with opportunities to grow and promote from within.

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 dental team members to provide exceptional 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.

What This Job Offers

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