Dental Assistant – Columbus, GA

Desort; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly compensation

Incentive eligibility

Opportunities for professional develop

Job summary

Desort in Columbus, GA is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists in delivering efficient, high-quality patient care. You will assist chairside, prepare treatment rooms, take radiographs, and help with infection control and documentation.

Ideal candidates have a dental assisting program or equivalent experience, CPR and X-ray certs, and strong communication skills to ensure a positive patient experience in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Dental Assisting program or at least 1 year of Dental Assistant experience.
• Current Dental Assisting Permit and X-ray certification for chairside duties.
• CPR certification and HIPAA/patient privacy understanding.
• Strong communication and attention to detail in a clinical setting.
• Valid driver's license if required for business-related driving.

Responsibilities

• Assist orthodontists during a variety of orthodontic procedures
• Prepare and set up treatment rooms and equipment
• Prepare patients for orthodontic treatment
• Take dental impressions, digital scans, radiographs, and orthodontic records
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control procedures
• Maintain patient records and coordinate lab cases
• Support efficient patient flow and clinical operations
• Communicate with patients and team members
• Provide patient instructions about oral hygiene and braces
• Ensure a positive, professional patient experience

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Reliability

Education

Dental Assisting program

High school diploma or GED

Dental Assisting Permit

CPR certification

X-ray certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dental Assistant - Columbus, GA

A dental practice is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists in delivering efficient, high-quality patient care. The role involves chairside assistance, patient preparation, radiography, infection control, treatment documentation, and assisting with a variety of dental procedures and specialties.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist orthodontists during a variety of orthodontic procedures
• Prepare and set up treatment rooms and equipment
• Prepare patients for orthodontic treatment
• Assist with brackets, bands, wires, aligners, and other orthodontic appliances
• Take dental impressions, digital scans, radiographs, and orthodontic records as directed
• Sterilize instruments and maintain proper infection control procedures
• Provide patients with instructions regarding oral hygiene, braces, aligners, and appliance care
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
• Coordinate and track orthodontic lab cases and appliances
• Support efficient patient flow and clinical operations
• Communicate effectively with patients, orthodontists, and other team members
• Maintain a positive and professional patient experience

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Completion of a Dental Assisting program or at least 1 year of Dental Assistant experience
• Current Dental Assisting Permit
• Current CPR certification
• Current X-ray certification required for chairside duties
• Knowledge of dental procedures, infection control, and sterilization
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Understanding of HIPAA and patient privacy requirements
• Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail
• Reliable attendance and ability to work effectively in a clinical environment
• Valid driver's license and proof of vehicle insurance if required for business-related driving

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Incentive eligibility
• Opportunities for professional development
• Continuing education opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for career growth
• Training and development resources

Equal Opportunity Employer

This dental organization is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.