Dental Assistant

Colonial Group; Georgia; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Georgia is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists, prepare treatment rooms, and maintain patient records. You will assist with x-rays, supplies, and sterile processing, ensuring comfort and safety.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, CPR/x-ray certification, and clerical experience; preferred associates or bachelor’s degree, DANB/OSHA credentials, and 1–3 years of dental office experience. This full‑time, on‑site role offers growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR Card, X-ray techniques, X-ray certification.
• Clerical experience.
• Preferred: Associate or Bachelor's Degree, DANB, OSHA credentials, Coronal polishing, 1–3 years of experience, Open dental, digital x-ray, ultrasonic, sterilizer, autoclave, model trimmer.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists and hygienists during care and diagnostics.
• Prepare and sterilize treatment rooms and instruments.
• Take and process dental x-rays under supervision.
• Maintain patient records and handle charges accurately.
• Adhere to CDC and OSHA safety guidelines.
• Promote a team‑oriented, patient‑first environment.

Skills

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Patient care

Clerical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's Degree

DANB certification

OSHA training

X-ray certification

CPR Card

Tools

X-ray techniques

X-ray certification

Ultrasonic cleaning

Autoclave sterilization

Coronal polishing

Open dental

Digital x-ray

Model trimmer

Job description

Job Title: Dental Assistant

Job Code: 1502

Reports to (Title): Practice Manager, Doctor

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Matrix to: Regional Development Officer

Revised Date: 5.13.2017

Job Summary:

Assists dentists, set up equipment, prepare patients for treatment, and keep records.

Essential Functions:

The following is a summary of the essential functions for this position. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below, and specific job functions may change periodically.

1. Personally contribute to a culture that delivers an exceptional patient experience for every patient, every time.
2. Delivers clinically excellent dental care through education, quality, and treatment. Assists dentists and hygienists in quality diagnosis through x-rays, verbal communication, and other dental tests as directed.
3. Helps ensure efficient and profitable operations by seeking patient referrals, maintaining equipment, utilizing supplies cost-effectively, and posting patient charges accurately.
4. Follows CDC and OSHA guidelines for safety and infection control.
5. Completes all clinical notes according to practice guidelines before dismissing patients.
6. Prepares treatment room for patients by following prescribed procedures and protocols. Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to the treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist's access, suctioning, and passing instruments.
7. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
8. Promotes a "team first" attitude by demonstrating positive and caring relationships and communication with coworkers.

Basic Education, Training, and Experience Required:

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• CPR Card, X-ray techniques, X-ray certification
• Clerical experience

Preferred

• Associate or Bachelor's Degree
• DANB, OSHA, Coronal polishing
• 1-3 years of experience
• Open dental, digital x-ray, ultrasonic, sterilizer, autoclave, model trimmer

Physical Requirements/Workplace Conditions:

Check the box that most appropriately describes the requirements for the position. Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet these requirements will still be considered fully qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation.

• Max # of Pounds: Never, Occasionally (1% - 33%), Frequently (34% - 66%), Continuously (67% - 100%)
• Lifting: X
• Carrying: X
• Pushing: X
• Pulling: X
• Walking: N/A X
• Sitting: X
• Elevated Work: N/A X
• Balance: N/A X
• Crawling: N/A X
• Crouching: N/A X
• Kneeling: N/A X
• Half-Kneeling: N/A X
• Stair Climbing: N/A X
• Step Ladder: N/A X
• Climbing: N/A X
• Bio-Hazardous Materials Exposure (bloodborne pathogens): N/A X
• Hazardous Materials Exposure (chemical): N/A X
• Latex Exposure: N/A X
• Non-Climate controlled environmental exposure: N/A X
• Vision Requirements: Near (20 in. or less), N/A X
• Far (20 ft. or more): X
• Color Vision Required: Yes/No, No