Dental Assistant — Community Health & Outreach

Compass Health, Inc.; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Health, Inc. is seeking a Dental Assistant to join the Columbia, SC dental team. This full-time role supports dentists and hygienists, prepares treatment rooms, takes radiographs, and participates in outreach programs. You’ll help patients feel at ease and contribute to efficient clinic operations.

Schedule: Mon–Fri, 7:45am–6:15pm. Compensation: $24.00–$26.00 per hour. A valid driver’s license and BLS certification or ability to obtain preferred.

Qualifications

• High School/GED preferred.
• At least two (2) years dental assisting experience preferred.
• Computer literate in electronic mail, word processing, and office management system software required.
• A valid, unrestricted driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage upon hire required.
• BLS certification or ability to obtain required.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists and hygienists with preventive, restorative, oral surgery, and prosthodontics.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials to ensure efficient, safe patient care.
• Take radiographs, vital signs, and perform dental charting and sterilization procedures.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques and the impact of nutrition on oral health.
• Participate in school-based outreach and the Preventive Services Program (PSP).
• Support clinic operations through inventory, maintenance, and administrative tasks.
• Travel to other dental clinics as needed and assist with front desk duties when cross-trained.

Skills

Dental assisting experience

Computer literacy

Communication

Education

High School / GED

Tools

Office management software

Email

Word processing

Job description

Compass Health, Inc. is seeking a Dental Assistant to join the Columbia, SC dental team. This full-time role supports dentists and hygienists, prepares treatment rooms, takes radiographs, and participates in outreach programs. You’ll help patients feel at ease and contribute to efficient clinic operations.

Schedule: Mon–Fri, 7:45am–6:15pm. Compensation: $24.00–$26.00 per hour. A valid driver’s license and BLS certification or ability to obtain preferred.