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Dental Assistant

Aspen Dental·Aspen, Colorado

$16 - $18/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 19 days ago
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About the role

Support clinical needs by assisting in treatment procedures, taking x-rays, and managing operatory setup and breakdown. Responsible for infection control, patient charting, and educating patients on oral hygiene.

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

Salary

$16 - $18 / hour

At Aspen Dental, We Put You First. We Offer

  • A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match
  • 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 maximize your career potential and 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
  • Support patient charting for doctors
  • Perform various office tasks as necessary
  • Collaborate with practice team to ensure optimum patient satisfaction

Qualifications

  • 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
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Active license, registration, or permit as required by the state of practice; including x-ray certification if required

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

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid state license or permit, including x-ray certification. Candidates must possess strong communication skills and a commitment to professional development.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Collaboration
  • Patient Education
  • Patient Charting
  • Sterilization
  • Infection Control
  • Dental X-rays
  • Bite Registrations
  • Intraoral Scanning

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) savings plan with match
  • Career development and growth opportunities
  • Free continuing education through TAG U

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$16 - $18/hr
Locations
Aspen, Colorado; Alvin, Texas
Posted
Jul 8, 2026
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Hiring organization

Aspen Dental

The Aspen Group is a leading healthcare services organization supporting providers across dental, medical aesthetics, urgent care, and veterinary medicine. Through a portfolio that includes Aspen Dental, ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers, Chapter Aesthetic Studio, Motto Clear...

Salary listed on 867 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size10,001+ employees
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Market context

Colorado dental assistants remain in steady demand

Dental assistants in Colorado are commonly sought in private practices, group clinics, and specialty offices, especially when employers need help with chairside support, sterilization, and patient communication. This role can be competitive because listings often ask for strong interpersonal skills, a high school diploma or equivalent, and any required Colorado license, registration, permit, or x-ray certification. If you are considering applying, verify your credential status and be ready to discuss patient-facing experience and your interest in continuing education; this platform’s job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, saving you research time.

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