Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery

Aspen Dental Management • Defiance, OH

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About The Position

The Oral Surgery Dental Assistant supports the clinical needs of practice patients and doctors, helping provide patient care across nearby offices. The role involves assisting with treatment procedures, taking dental X-rays, preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment, and educating patients about oral hygiene. The assistant also performs office tasks as needed and collaborates with the dental team to provide patient care. The position requires daily travel to assigned offices.

Requirements

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Hold an active license, registration, or permit as required by the state of practice, including X-ray certification.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with patients of all ages and backgrounds.
• Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license and appropriate insurance, or be able to be insured under the employer's fleet insurance program if assigned a company fleet vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Travel to nearby offices to support patient care.
• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Take dental X-rays.
• Set up and break down the operatory after treatment.
• Manage infection control by preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene strategies to maintain good oral health.
• Perform office tasks as necessary.
• Collaborate with other members of the dental team to provide patient care.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan with match.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Career development and growth opportunities.
• Free continuing education through TAG U.
• Best-in-class training program.

What This Job Offers

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