Aspen Dental·Shallotte, North Carolina
The Dental Assistant will primarily support the clinical needs of the practice's patients and doctors by assisting during various treatment procedures, taking x-rays, and managing infection control through sterilization of instruments. Key duties also include executing patient handoffs, monitoring patient flow, completing specific restorative tasks like making temporary crowns, and performing digital intraoral scans.
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.
Job Type: Full Time
$15 - $25 / hour
Aspen Dental-branded practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists. The practices receive non-clinical business support services from Aspen Dental Management, Inc., a dental support organization.
ADMI Corp., d/b/a TAG-The Aspen Group, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers and welcome everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability
Candidates must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrating an ability to build rapport with diverse patients and collaborate effectively with the dental team. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with any state-mandated license, registration, or x-ray certification.
Market context
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