Dental Assistant - Entry Level
About The Position
Aspen Dental is hiring an entry-level Dental Assistant. No prior dental experience or certification is required. The role includes paid, hands-on training through a partnership with the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB), with a path toward becoming a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA). Dental Assistants work alongside a dental team to support treatment procedures, patient care, infection control, charting, and office operations. The position offers a salary of $18–$21 per hour. Scheduling varies by independently owned and operated location; full-time, part-time, and flexible scheduling may be available. The practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists and receive non-clinical business support services from Aspen Dental Management, Inc.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- No dental experience or certification is required to apply.
- 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 by 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.
- Obtain radiology and safety certification within the required timeframe for the state of practice.
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
