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Dental Assistant - Entry Level

Aspen Dental Management•Lake Orion, MI

About The Position

This entry-level Dental Assistant role requires no prior dental experience or certification. The assistant receives 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 role supports dentists and the dental team in providing patient care and maintaining clinical operations. The position pays $19–$21 per hour. Scheduling varies by independently owned and operated location; part-time, full-time, and flexible scheduling are available. Aspen Dental 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.
  • 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 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 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.

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