Dental Assistant jobs in Harrisburg, PA

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
  • Selinsgrove, PA 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:

    $16 - $19 / 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
  • Aspen Dental
  • Harrisburg, PA 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...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Dental Assistant
  • Aspen Dental
  • Mechanicsburg, PA 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...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Dental Assistant
  • ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers
  • Harrisburg, PA FULL_TIME
  • Come Grow Your Career with ClearChoice as a Dental Assistant!Serve patients in life changing implant dentistry, while growing your career within a positive employee-centered culture. We’re searching f...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Dental Assistant
  • Heartland Dental and Supported Offices
  • Mechanicsburg, PA FULL_TIME
  • Mechanicsburg Family Dentistry is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team. New Dental Assistant graduates welcome to apply! Must be able to work a flexible schedule:Monday & Wednesday: 7:30a-5...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Dental Assistant
  • Children's Dental Health
  • Harrisburg, PA FULL_TIME
  • Pay Rate: $16-$18/hour, based on experience and qualifications. This opportunity includes a $1,000 Sign on Bonus! Children's Dental Health has a immediate opening for a full-time Dental Assistant in o...
  • 30 Days Ago

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Part Time Endodontic Dental Assistant
  • Smilebuilderz LLC
  • Lancaster, PA
  • Job Type Part-time Description Smilebuilderz Mission To develop an elite team of professionals that set the standard for...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dental Hygienist (PHDHP)
  • Hiring Now!
  • Hershey, PA
  • Description: Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the worlds best private schools, where pre-K through 12th grade stude...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dental Assistant
  • Center City Dental Care
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • Job Description Job Description Dental assistant duties are to seat patients, set up operatories for specific procedures...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dental Assistant/Receptionist
  • Fried and Wright D.B A. York Dental Health Associates
  • York, PA
  • Job Description Job Description Full Time/Part Time Dental Assistant needed for a very busy private dental practice in W...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Orthodontic Assistant, Part-Time
  • Milton Hershey School
  • Hershey, PA
  • Description: Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world’s best private schools, where pre-K through 12th grade stud...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Surgical Dental Assistant
  • MAX Surgical Specialty Management
  • Lititz, PA
  • Our practice LITITZ ORAL SURGERY is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Oral Surgery Dental Assistant to join our te...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dental Hygienist
  • East Main Dental
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • Sign On Bonus + Benefits + 4 DAY WORK WEEK Dental Hygienist East Main Dental is looking for a Dental Hygienist to join o...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dental Hygienist (PHDHP)
  • Milton Hershey School
  • Hershey, PA
  • Description: Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world’s best private schools, where pre-K through 12th grade stud...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

Harrisburg (/ˈhærɪsbɜːrɡ/ HARR-iss-burg; Pennsylvania German: Harrisbarrig)[citation needed] is the capital city of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in the United States, and the county seat of Dauphin County. With a population of 49,192, it is the 15th largest city in the Commonwealth. It lies on the east bank of the Susquehanna River, 107 miles (172 km) west of Philadelphia. Harrisburg is the anchor of the Susquehanna Valley metropolitan area, which had a 2017 estimated population of 571,903, making it the fourth most populous in Pennsylvania and 96th most populous in the United States. Harr...
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Income Estimation for Dental Assistant jobs
$40,976 to $50,240
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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