Dental Clinical Assistant

We are a well-established, private dental practice that is dedicated to patient care. Candidates must have 3 years dental experience, a DANB or ADA CODA certified certificate/degree program.

You will also need to provide 3 professional references. Only serious applicants should apply.
www.carolinaforestdentist.com
We are a team-oriented practice that does all things together!

Benefits can be discussed with the office manager.

Duties:
Assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures
Taking dental radiographs (x-rays)
Asking about the patient's medical history and taking blood pressure and pulse
Preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment
Helping patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment
Providing patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures, such as the placement of a restoration (filling)
Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling)
Communicating with patients
Organizing and stocking operatories, sterilization, the lab and the supply closet
Helping to provide direct patient care in all dental specialties, including pediatric dentistry, periodontics and oral surgery
Assist in basic supportive chairside procedures
Chart existing restorations, clinically missing teeth, and appliances within the oral cavity
Apply topical drugs as prescribed by the dentist
Take and record vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, respiration, etc.)
Expose radiographs upon completion of a Board approved radiation safety course
Take impressions/digital scans for study models
Cement temporary crowns or bridges
Remove excess cement from restorations
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Uniform allowance
Experience:
Dental assisting: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
degree/certificate from an ADA-accredited program (Required)
X-Ray Certification in the state of South Carolina SC (Required)
Work Location: In person