Dental Assistant — Fast-Paced, Patient-Centered Care

Smile Jobs; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Jobs is partnering with Southern Dental Birmingham to find an experienced Dental Assistant for a full-time position in Birmingham, AL. The role focuses on chairside support, patient comfort, and efficient clinic operations in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities include room prep, instrument handling, X-ray work, and accurate patient documentation, with a collaborative team environment and growth opportunities at the practice.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of clinical chairside dental assisting experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• X-ray certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance during a variety of dental procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms and instruments for patients.
• Take and develop dental X-rays as needed.
• Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment.
• Ensure patient comfort before, during, and after treatment.
• Assist with documenting patient information and treatment notes.
• Support the clinical team in delivering exceptional patient care

Skills

Chairside dental assisting

Communication

Team orientation

X-ray certification

Job description

Smile Jobs is partnering with Southern Dental Birmingham to find an experienced Dental Assistant for a full-time position in Birmingham, AL. The role focuses on chairside support, patient comfort, and efficient clinic operations in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities include room prep, instrument handling, X-ray work, and accurate patient documentation, with a collaborative team environment and growth opportunities at the practice.