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Dental Assistant - Entry Level

Aspen Dental · Altoona, PA · 2 wk ago
Healthcare$15–$18/hrFull-time

About the role

Entry-Level Dental Assistant: No dental experience or certification is required to apply. As an Entry-Level Dental Assistant, you’ll get 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) — all 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
  • Supports 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 your 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 Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) sponsored by Aspen
  • Part-time, Full-time, flexible scheduling available*
  • 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

Pay

$15 - $18 per hour

Schedule

Schedule varies by location; part-time, full-time, and flexible scheduling options are available.

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