Dental Assistant Job in Hazelton, Pennsylvania

(Job ID: 514429)

At Aspen Dental, we put You First, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO).  Our best-in-class training program, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling will help you thrive in your career.  When you join our team as a Dental Assistant, you will have the opportunity to give back to communities and positively affect patients’ lives. 

Salary: $15 - $18 / hour

Job Type: Full-Time

At Aspen Dental, we put You First.  We offer:

• A pathway for you to become a DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) to maximize your career potential
• Generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match*
• Part-time, Full-time, flexible scheduling available*
• Career development and growth opportunities to support you at every stage of your career
• A fun and supportive culture that encourages collaboration and innovation
• Free Continuing Education (CE) through TAG U

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Dental Assistant, you will help support the clinical needs of the practice’s patients and doctors. You will have the support and training you need to help make a difference in your community one smile at a time. 

• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures
• Take dental X-rays
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment
• Execute patient handoffs and monitors patient flow within the practice
• Manage infection control – prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
• Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain good oral health
• Complete denture soft relines and manufacture temporary crowns
• Perform quality impressions and bite registrations
• Perform digital intraoral scans
• Supports patient charting for Doctors
• Perform various office tasks as necessary
• Collaborate with practice team to ensure optimum patient satisfaction

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Active license, registration, or permit as required by the state of practice; including x-ray certification if required
• 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
• Ability to work collaboratively with other members of the dental team to provide exceptional patient care
• EFDA highly preferred

*May vary by independently owned and operated Aspen Dental locations.