Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant - $500 Signing Bonus | Competitive Pay & Growth Opportunities!

About us

At Aspiring Smiles Dental and Braces, we don’t just treat teeth—we transform lives.

Located in Summerlin, Las Vegas, we’re a fast-growing, tech-forward dental practice offering full-scope care for the entire family. Led by Dr. Mohini Patel (Clinical Director) and Jay Patel (CEO), we are a family-run office committed to excellence, efficiency, and long-term success—for our patients and our team.

We use cutting-edge dental technology—including CBCT, digital scanners, and full digital imaging—to provide precise, compassionate care. Our team culture fosters growth, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Job Summary

We are seeking an Experienced Lead Dental Assistant with robust clinical skills and leadership capabilities to manage our back-office team effectively. This role involves streamlining workflows and upholding our high standard of care.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Certificates, Licenses And Registrations

RDA license, CPR certificate

Knowledge

Can competently perform the clinical and technical dental procedures required of a Dental Assistant. Can take quality x-rays, including FMX, Pano and anterior PA’s. Knows how to administer CPR and first aid. Knows how to take blood pressure. Thorough understanding of cross contamination and how to prevent it. Keeps informed and updated on OSHA regulations.

Competencies

Is able to “get along” well with fellow employees.
Has a desire and ability to work well with the public.
Is organized, motivated, committed and self-directed.
Has a positive attitude about the practice, the services provided and the products sold.
Ability to communicate - expresses thoughts and ideas competently.
Increases knowledge and skills through self-study and by attending courses and seminars.
Able to understand relevant concepts regarding duties and responsibilities.
Has dependable job attendance and can be relied on to follow through with assigned task.
Responsibilities:

Assist the dentist during exams.
Create and maintain dental records.
Maintain anesthesia for dental procedures.
Maintain sterilization of medical instruments and equipment.
Apply non‑aerosol and non‑caustic topical agents.
Take impressions for diagnostic and opposing models.
Apply topical fluoride.
Perform charting of lesions, existing restorations and missing teeth.
Remove cement excess from supragingival surfaces of teeth.
Size temporary crowns, and bands.
Temporary cementation and removal of temporary crowns.
Other Duties

Seat patients in designated treatment rooms in a timely fashion.
Take, process and mount x‑rays.
Pour and trim study models.
Review medical history, progress from the previous visit, if applicable, and the scheduled treatment plan with each patient.
Inform the doctor when the patient is ready.
Assist the doctor by passing instruments, aspirating intra‑oral fluids, mixing materials and medicaments.
Record treatment rendered in the patient's chart and charge out all procedures.
Escort patients to the business area for financial follow‑up and re‑scheduling.
Monitor incoming and outgoing lab cases.
Take full mouth x‑rays. Take intra-oral photos when necessary.
Daily Maintenance

Turn on all lights, units, nitrous equipment and automatic processors each morning.
Prepare all treatment rooms in advance for each patient.
Decontaminate all treatment rooms and sterilize all instruments after each patient appointment.
Change all chemical solutions, i.e., disinfectant soaks and sprays, sterilents, ultrasonic, presoak and x‑ray processing.
Maintain cleanliness of treatment rooms, dark room, lab and sterilizing area.
Clean and flush vacuum traps.
Clean and lubricate handpieces.
Restock all treatment rooms and other clinical support areas.
Clean sharp instruments and handles hazardous chemicals in a safe manner.
Decontaminate all treatment rooms and sterilize all instruments after each patient appointment.
Change all chemical solutions, i.e., disinfectant soaks and sprays, sterilents, ultrasonic, presoak and x‑ray processing.
Maintain cleanliness of treatment rooms, dark room, lab and sterilizing area.
Clean and flush vacuum traps.
Clean and lubricate handpieces.
Restock all treatment rooms and other clinical support areas.
Perks & Culture

Join a supportive team with a positive office vibe.
Opportunities for continued education and growth within the company.
Work with modern technology and systems.
Room to lead and innovate as we grow.
Compensation & Benefits

Job Types: Full-time or Part-time Pay: 18.00 - 25.00 per hour Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (40 hours per week) Benefits:

Health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
401k plan
Experience Required

Open Dental: 1 year (Preferred)
Dental assisting: 5 years (Required)
Language Skills

English/Spanish (Preferred)
Location & Commute

Ability to commute to Las Vegas, NV 89129 (Preferred)
Additional Incentives

$500 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates.
Bonus eligibility and payout terms will be discussed during the in-person interview process.

Apply Today

If you're ready to elevate your dental assisting career in a clinic that values trust, compassion, and teamwork—we’d love to meet you. This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to lead, grow, and make an impact in a practice where your voice matters.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee discount
Happy hour
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Experience:

Dental assisting: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:

Las Vegas, NV 89129: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person

Disposable gowns, Face shields, Goggles, Latex gloves, Regular masks