Pays $28/hr — Dental Assistant market median is ~$49k (13 jobs) · Above average in Surgery (Dental) for work-life (6.5/10, vs 239 in this specialty)
About the Role
Part-time oral surgery assistant role. $28/hr. Flexible scheduling. Free CE. Support surgical procedures and patient care.
Join Aspen Dental as a Dental Assistant – Oral Surgery, Part-Time in Carson City, Nevada, United States. 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.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist during a variety of treatment procedures.
- Manage infection control – prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment.
- Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain good oral health.
- Perform various office tasks as necessary.
Requirements
- The Company reserves the right to request and review your Motor Vehicle Record at any time, according to state requirements.
- Aspen Dental-branded practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $28/hr
Work Schedule
- Part-Time position.
- Flexible scheduling available.
Apply to join Aspen Dental as a Dental Assistant – Oral Surgery, Part-Time.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Surgery Career Context
Aspen Dental holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 73/100, 294 active listings.
The cost-of-living index for Nevada is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.5% of Nevada clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery at Aspen Dental a 6.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Surgery (Dental) — ranked against 239 active Surgery (Dental) listings on WeekdayDoc.
Location & Logistics
Nevada has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 6.5/10 on work-life balance for Dental Assistant roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
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