Dental Assistant - Four-Handed Care & Radiography

MUSC Health; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

MUSC Community Physicians Florence dental clinic seeks an experienced dental assistant to support dental providers and patients in all aspects of care. This role emphasizes chairside assistance, radiographic imaging, and strict infection control within a high-volume practice.

Under supervision, you will manage operatory setup, patient transport, EHR updates, and inventory. AHA/BLS and SC Radiation Safety certifications are required to ensure safe, compliant care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with ADA accredited dental assisting coursework or 5 years of dental assisting experience.
• Current BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross) is required.
• Completion of SC Radiation Safety course and exam.
• Willingness to work in a clinical dental setting with compliance to safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Performs chairside assisting with four handed dentistry techniques for dental providers as they treat patients. Updates patient information in the EHR as needed.
• Sets up operatory for dental and surgical procedures; maintains infection control and sterilizes instruments.
• Acquire or assist in acquiring radiographs per treatment plans while following x-ray safety standards.
• Assist with all areas of patient care including transport and monitoring post-anesthesia; protect patient privacy.
• Maintain dental supplies and inventory; manage MSDS notebook and incident forms; provide clinic administrative support.
• Contribute to team by assisting in other clinics and performing related duties as directed.

Skills

Chairside Assist

Four-handed Dentistry

Infection Control

Radiographs

Patient Care

Inventory Management

Administrative Support

EHR Usage

Education

High School Diploma

ADA Dental Assisting Course

BLS Certification

Radiation Safety Certification

Tools

EHR Software

Job description

MUSC Community Physicians Florence dental clinic seeks an experienced dental assistant to support dental providers and patients in all aspects of care. This role emphasizes chairside assistance, radiographic imaging, and strict infection control within a high-volume practice.

Under supervision, you will manage operatory setup, patient transport, EHR updates, and inventory. AHA/BLS and SC Radiation Safety certifications are required to ensure safe, compliant care.