Dental Assistant - Entry Level

Aspen Dental

San Luis Obispo, CAOn-siteFull time
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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.

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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

Key skills

Dental AssistingPatient CareTreatment Procedure AssistanceOperatory Setup and BreakdownInfection ControlInstrument SterilizationPatient ChartingOffice AdministrationCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsPatient RapportRadiology SafetyTeam CollaborationOngoing Learning

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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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Entry-Level Dental Assistant No dental experience or certification is required to apply. As an Entry-Level Dental Assistant, you’ll get paid, hands-on training through our partnership with the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) and a clear path toward becoming a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) — all while working alongside a team that helps patients in your community every day. Salary: $23 - $25 / hour Job Type: Full-Time Schedule: Varies by independently owned and operated location; part-time, full-time, and flexible scheduling available* Sign-On Bonus: $1000 What You’ll Do Day-to-Day: Assist during a variety of treatment procedures Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment Manage infection control – prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment Supports patient charting for Doctors Perform various office tasks as necessary Collaborate with other members of the dental team to provide exceptional patient care Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent Obtain your radiology and safety certification within the required timeframe for the state of practice 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 At Aspen Dental, we put You First. We offer: Paid Certified Dental Assistant training through Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) sponsored by Aspen. Part-time, Full-time, flexible scheduling available* Paid training to become radiology and safety certified through our partnership with DANB. Paid time off and holidays, Health, Vision, and 401(k) savings plan Free Continuing Education (CE) through TAG U Paid annual CDA certification renewal once earned How You’ll Make a Difference 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, generous benefits package, and flexible scheduling will help you thrive in your career. As an Entry-Level Dental Assistant, you will have the support and training you need to succeed, no matter your level of expertise, and the opportunity to give back to communities and positively affect patients’ lives. We are committed to promoting from within to allow you to expand your career and your life. You can help make a difference in your community one smile at a time. 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. *May vary by independently owned and operated Aspen Dental locations. 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. View CA Privacy Policy

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