Dental Assistant jobs in Bangor, ME

Dental Assistant assists with dental surgical and other procedures under the direct supervision of a dentist. Prepares patient and arranges instruments and supplies used for procedures. Being a Dental Assistant hands instruments to the dentist and helps during treatment. Ensures all instruments are sterile and follows infection control protocols. Additionally, Dental Assistant records treatment notes and updates patient records. May take and process x-rays. May require an associate degree in dental assisting or equivalent. Has Basic Life Support (BLS) and depending on state, may have licensing requirement. Typically reports to a dentist. The Dental Assistant works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Dental Assistant typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Dental Assistant
  • Aspen Dental
  • Ellsworth, ME FULL_TIME
  • 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. 

    Salary:

    $20 - $23 / 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

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DENTAL ASSISTANT
  • Waterville Family Dental
  • Waterville, ME FULL_TIME
  • Hello there! We are offering a rewarding opportunity for an enthusiastic dental assistant to join our team! Be the absolute best that you can be working alongside professionals, peers and mentors who ...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Dental Assistant
  • Kennebec Dental Excellence
  • Winslow, ME PART_TIME
  • Come join our team! We are a growing dental practice looking to add a dental assistant on Friday's to work alongside our dentists as we take our practice to the next level continuing to improve patien...
  • 29 Days Ago

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Entry-level Dental Assistant
  • Aspen Dental
  • Ellsworth, ME FULL_TIME
  • 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...
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Dental Assistant
  • Caring Hands of Maine Dental Center
  • Ellsworth, ME FULL_TIME,PART_TIME
  • Seeking Part-time and Full-time Dental Assistants for our growing practice in Ellsworth Maine. Must be a team player and able to multi task. On the job training available for the right candidate. Oppo...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Dental Assistant
  • Katahdin Valley Health Center
  • Foxcroft, ME FULL_TIME
  • POSITION SUMMARY The Dental Assistant will assist dentist/and or dental hygienist during examination and treatment of patients by performing the following duties. The Dental Assistant will provide qua...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry - $2,833 per week
  • Hiring Now!
  • Bangor, ME
  • OneStaff Medical is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Bangor, Maine. Job Description & Req...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry - $2,989 per week
  • Hiring Now!
  • Bangor, ME
  • Ardor Health Solutions is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Bangor, Maine. Job Description...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,229 per week
  • Adventist Health
  • Bangor, ME
  • RNnetwork is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Bangor, Maine. Job Description & Requirement...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry - $2,748 per week
  • Hiring Now!
  • Bangor, ME
  • GetMed Staffing, Inc. is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Bangor, Maine. Job Description ...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry - $2,118 per week
  • Hiring Now!
  • Bangor, ME
  • RTG Medical-Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Bangor, Maine. Job Description & ...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Med/Surg CNA (Medical-Surgical Certified Nursing Assistant)
  • Endevis LLC
  • Bangor, ME
  • Job.com Healthcare is seeking a Medical-Surgical Certified Nursing Assistant for 13 weeks for immediate opening in Bango...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry - $2,063 per week
  • PRN Healthcare
  • Bangor, ME
  • RTG Medical-Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Bangor, Maine. Job Description & ...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dental Assistant
  • Blue Hill Family Dentistry and Prosthodontics
  • Blue Hill, ME
  • Job Description Job Description Looking for a change? Blue Hill Family Dentistry and Prosthodontics is looking for the r...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

Bangor is located at 44°48′N 68°48′W / 44.8°N 68.8°W / 44.8; -68.8. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 34.59 square miles (89.59 km2), of which 34.26 square miles (88.73 km2) is land and 0.33 square miles (0.85 km2) is water. A potential advantage that has always eluded exploitation is the city's location between the port city of Halifax, Nova Scotia, and the rest of Canada (as well as New York). As early as the 1870s, the city promoted a Halifax-to-New York railroad, via Bangor, as the quickest connection between North America and Europe (when combin...
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Income Estimation for Dental Assistant jobs
$40,220 to $49,314
Bangor, Maine area prices
were up 1.6% from a year ago

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