
Dental Assistant - Entry Level
Aspen Dental
- Pay
- $23 to $25
- an hour
- Location
- San Luis Obispo, CA
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 21
- 1 day ago
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About the company

Aspen Dental
Hospitals and Health Care · 10,001+ employees
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 Aligners, WellNow Urgent Care, and Lovet Pet Healthcare, TAG combines scale, education, technology, and operational excellence to empower clinicians and expand access to high-quality care nationwide.
At the center of our model is a commitment to developing exceptional providers and leaders. Through TAG University, our education and mentorship platform, we deliver real-world clinical training, leadership development, and cross-brand collaboration that strengthens care today while shaping the future of healthcare.
By pairing innovation with human-centered care, TAG advances clinical standards, accelerates growth across specialties, and builds systems that work better for both providers and patients.
Together, we are shaping the future of care and bringing better healthcare to more people.
What you'll do
- Assist dentists during treatment procedures, prepare and break down operatories, and manage infection control by preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment.
- Support patient charting, complete office tasks, and collaborate with the dental team to provide patient care.
What you need
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and radiology and safety certification must be obtained within the timeframe required by the state of practice.
- Applicants should have strong communication and interpersonal skills, be able to build rapport with diverse patients, and be committed to continued learning and professional development.
- Education: a high school diploma
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Perks
- Sign-On Bonus
- Paid Certified Dental Assistant Training
- Paid Radiology and Safety Certification Training
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Health Benefits
- Vision Benefits
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Free Continuing Education
- Paid Annual Certified Dental Assistant Certification Renewal
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