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), along with a path toward becoming a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA). The role supports dentists and the dental team in providing patient care, while also handling infection control and office tasks. Aspen Dental describes its training and benefits as supporting career development, and states that it is committed to promoting from within. Practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists, and receive non-clinical business support from Aspen Dental Management, Inc. Schedules and benefits may vary by location.
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, with 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, vision, and 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
