Dental Assistant - Entry Level

Aspen Dental Management • Joliet, IL

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About The Position

This entry-level Dental Assistant role provides 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 assistant works alongside a dental team to support patient care and help patients in the community. No dental experience or certification is required to apply.

The position supports a variety of treatment procedures, operatory preparation and cleanup, infection control, instrument and equipment sterilization, patient charting, and other office tasks. The role also offers paid training to become radiology and safety certified, ongoing professional development, and opportunities for career growth. Scheduling varies by independently owned and operated location; part-time, full-time, and flexible scheduling are available.

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 various office tasks as necessary.
• Collaborate with other members of the dental team 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 a partnership with 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: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED