Dental Assistant jobs in State College, 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
  • Dubois, 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:

    $17 - $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
  • Rolling Ridge Dental Care
  • State College, PA FULL_TIME
  • Rolling Ridge Dental Care is looking for an experienced Dental Assistant to join our team. Why Heartland Dental? Heartland Dental believes that to provide exceptional lifetime care for patients, we mu...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Dental Assistant
  • Heartland Dental and Supported Offices
  • State College, PA FULL_TIME
  • Rolling Ridge Dental Care is looking for an experienced Dental Assistant to join our team. Why Heartland Dental?Heartland Dental believes that to provide exceptional lifetime care for patients, we mus...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Dental Assistant
  • Perfect Smile Dental of Altoona P C
  • Altoona, PA FULL_TIME
  • We are looking for a reliable dental assistant or EFDA to cover maternity leave for a few of months. Office is open Monday through Thursday. No Fridays. Must be x-ray certified. Competitive compensati...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Dental Assistant (X-ray Cert Req)
  • PEDIATRIC DENTAL CARE
  • Port Matilda, PA FULL_TIME
  • We are seeking a full time dental assistant who is reliable, compassionate, has great work ethics and also loves to work with children! Must have current certifications in CPR, PA Child Abuse and Fede...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Dental assistant
  • Servello Orthodontics
  • Hollidaysburg, PA FULL_TIME
  • Looking for a clinical team member for our growing practice with a positive attitude and willingness to learn to assist in Orthodontics. Must be willing to work at our Hollidaysburg (Monday-Tuesday) a...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Dental Lab Technician
  • Aspen Dental
  • Altoona, PA
  • Job Description At Aspen Dental, we put You First, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with ...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Home Health Aide - PDN
  • Aveanna
  • State College, PA
  • Home Health Aide - PDN ApplyRefer a FriendBack Job Details Requisition #: 192778 Location: State College, PA 16801 Categ...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Registered Nurse RN Post Anesthesia Care Unit PACU
  • Onestaff Medical
  • State College, PA
  • We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently - owned, nationally - recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready ...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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General Dentist - State College, PA
  • Rolling Ridge Dental Care
  • State College, PA
  • General Dentist Rolling Ridge Dental Careis looking for a General Dentist to join our team. Why Heartland Dental? As the...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dental Assistant
  • Servello Orthodontics
  • Hollidaysburg, PA
  • Job Description Job Description Looking for a clinical team member for our growing practice with a positive attitude and...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RN
  • Centre Care
  • State College, PA
  • Centre Care - Centre Care is a state of the art, Rehabilitation and Wellness Facility, dedicated to our community and pr...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - up to $44/hr
  • ShiftKey
  • State College, PA
  • Build your own schedule. Take control of your career. Looking for LPN jobs that fit your life? If you're tired of having...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Psychologist - Research Emphasis
  • Pennsylvania State University
  • University Park, PA
  • APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: + CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

State College is a home rule municipality in Centre County in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It is the largest designated borough in Pennsylvania. It is the principal borough of the six municipalities that make up the State College area, the largest settlement in Centre County and one of the principal cities of the greater State College-DuBois Combined Statistical Area with a combined population of 236,577 as of the 2010 United States Census. In the 2010 census, the borough population was 42,034 with approximately 105,000 living in the borough plus the surrounding townships often referred ...
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Income Estimation for Dental Assistant jobs
$38,776 to $47,543
State College, Pennsylvania area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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