Aspen Dental·Lawrence Township, New Jersey
Perform expanded functions dental assisting duties, including assisting doctors during treatment and managing patient flow. Responsible for sterilization processes, taking radiographs, and providing patient oral hygiene education.
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.
Job Type: Full-time
$29 - $33 / hour
As an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant, you will perform daily duties to help create lasting impressions and build trust and loyalty with patients.
Assist with the direction to DA office team throughout the day to maintain productive patient flow.
Assist the doctors during a variety of treatment procedures.
Breakdown operatory rooms for doctors and hygienists.
Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatory and ensures all staff is properly trained and compliant on the process.
Follow maintenance schedules for flushing waterlines/suction lines, and/or waterline testing, autoclave, and compressor on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis.
Tray and operatory set-up for all procedures.
Support patient charting for doctors at a proficient level.
Ability to train others to execute patient handoffs and monitor patient flow within the practice.
Follow OSHA regulations and Aspen safety requirements, including compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
Take dental radiographs (X-rays).
Provide patients with instructions for oral care following all dental treatment procedures.
Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health.
Complete denture soft relines and manufactures temporary crowns.
Monitor and aid in management of laboratory cases.
Perform quality intraoral health scan of patients under 5 minutes.
Understanding of clear aligner process with the ability to articulate and teach.
Ability to take quality impressions and bite registrations.
Perform additional expanded functions based on certification(s) to support patient care (coronal polishing, restorative functions, etc.).
Ensures emergency kits and oxygen tanks are maintained.
Ability to order and maintain supplies in accordance with practice budget.
Perform various office tasks as necessary.
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.
Market context
Dental assistant openings in New Jersey often draw steady interest because practices need candidates who can handle patient flow, imaging, and chairside support in busy offices. This role is competitive when applicants already have X-ray experience, reliability, and any orthodontic background, since those skills help practices keep schedules moving. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your X-ray training and fast-paced office experience before applying.