Dental Assistant
hace 1 mes
Decatur
Job DescriptionA Smile 4 U Dentistry is Growing! We're seeking an upbeat, professional, and reliable Dental Assistant to join our multi-specialty dental team in Decatur, GA! A Smile 4U is a privately owned dental practice with locations in Cartersville, Decatur, East Point, Dalton, and Hiram. We offer a wide range of specialties under one roof-including general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, and oral surgery-using advanced, state-of-the-art equipment and scheduling technology. We proudly serve both pediatric and adult patients, and we're committed to creating a welcoming environment and delivering an outstanding, memorable experience for every patient. The Ideal Candidate • Compassionate, detail-oriented, and adaptable, • Comfortable in a fast-paced, team-driven office, • Certified as a Dental AssistantKey Responsibilities, • Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures, • Explain office procedures to patients prior to treatment, • Provide quality, compassionate care before, during, and after dental procedures, • Ensure patient comfort throughout treatment, • Accurately chart dental conditions and record progress notes, • Deliver post-operative instructions following treatment or surgery, • Take dental impressions for study models, • Prepare, maintain, and sterilize instruments, supplies, and equipment, • Take and develop dental x-rays; collect and record patient health histories, • Serve as infection control officer: maintain sterilization logs and ensure protocol compliance, • Monitor and document repairs for operatory and handpiece equipment, • Complete daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance tasks (e.g., autoclave testing, trap cleaning), • Assist with ordering and inventory of dental supplies, • Support recall and treatment plan reports as needed, • Adhere to all government, OSHA, and company regulations, • Provide direct patient care across multiple specialties, including pediatric dentistry and oral surgeryQualifications, • Previous dental assisting experience required, • Excellent chairside manner and strong communication skills, • Ability to multitask and adapt to various procedures and techniques, • Team-oriented with a positive, "can-do" attitude, • Professional, dependable, and eager to grow, • Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus!Compensation, • Pay is based on experienceSchedule, • Full-Time: Monday - Friday, 7:45 AM - 5:00 PMBenefits, • Full-time team members qualify for Medical, Dental, and Optical Insurance after 90 days, • Unique opportunity to work in a multi-specialty practice, • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays, • Opportunities for Professional Growth