Dental Assistant - Entry Level
Aspen Dental · Marquette, MI · 3 wk ago
Healthcare$20–$24/hrFull-time
Pay
$20 – $24 per hour
Schedule
Varies by independently owned and operated location; part‑time, full‑time, and flexible scheduling available.
As an Entry‑Level Dental Assistant you’ll receive paid, hands‑on training through our partnership with the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) and a clear path toward becoming a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) while working alongside a team that helps patients in your community every day.
Responsibilities
- Assist during a variety of treatment procedures
- Set up and breakdown operatory post‑treatment
- Manage infection control – prepare and sterilize 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
Qualifications
- 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
Benefits
- Paid Certified Dental Assistant training through the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) sponsored by Aspen
- Paid training to become radiology and safety certified through our partnership with DANB
- Paid time off and holidays
- Health, vision, and 401(k) savings plan
- Free Continuing Education (CE) through TAG U
- Paid annual CDA certification renewal once earned
- Flexible scheduling (part‑time, full‑time)