Dental Assistant

ASPEN DENTAL GROUP, PC

. Assist during a variety of treatment procedures .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeDeFuniak Springs • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $21 - $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in dental procedures, including taking X-rays, managing infection control, and performing quality impressions. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with the dental team to enhance patient care and satisfaction are essential.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Dental X-Ray CertificationInfection Control ManagementPatient Education on Oral HygieneCollaboration with Dental TeamHigh School Diploma or Equivalent

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Hard Skills

Dental Procedure AssistanceQuality ImpressionsTemporary Crown ManufacturingDigital Intraoral ScansPatient Charting Support

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAbility to Build Rapport

Certifications & Qualifications

Active License or RegistrationX-Ray Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient Flow ManagementOperatory Setup and BreakdownInfection ControlOral Hygiene StrategiesOngoing Learning and Professional Development

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist during a variety of treatment procedures
Take dental x-rays
Set up and break down the operatory after treatment
Execute patient handoffs and monitor patient flow within the practice
Manage infection control and prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies
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 the practice team to ensure optimum patient satisfaction

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
X-ray certification if required by the state of practice

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) savings plan with match
Career development and growth opportunities
Fun and supportive culture
Free Continuing Education (CE) through TAG U
Flexible scheduling
Best-in-class training program