Dental Assistant – Gautier, MS

DESORT STAFFING; Gautier (MS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Incentives eligibility

Professional development opportunities

Continuing education opportunities

Supportive and collaborative ecosystem

Career growth opportunities

Training and development resources

Job summary

Desort in Gautier, MS is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists with chairside duties, patient prep, radiography, and infection control. You will help with orthodontic procedures and maintain records.

This role requires graduation from a dental assisting program or one year of experience, X-ray and CPR certifications, HIPAA awareness, and strong communication. The position offers competitive pay and opportunities for growth in a supportive team.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Infection control knowledge

Sterilization knowledge

Microsoft Office

HIPAA privacy

Reliability/attendance

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Dental Assisting program

Tools

Dental X-ray certification

CPR certification

Dental Assisting Permit

Job description

Dental Assistant – Gautier, MS

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 OfficeUnderstanding 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.