Dental Assistant II - Pre-Doctoral Clinic Support

Medical University of South Carolina; Town of Charleston (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Dental Assistant to support student providers and attendings in CDM clinics. The role involves operatory setup, instrument sterilization, radiographs, patient transport, and essential administrative tasks.

Responsibilities include assisting chairside, updating patient records, and maintaining infection control standards in accordance with MUSC policies. Strong teamwork, safety focus, and adherence to OSHA guidelines are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and formal dental assisting training.
• Certification in Radiation Safety required for x-ray duties.
• Two years of dental assisting experience can substitute for formal training.

Responsibilities

• Set up operatory for dental procedures and maintain sterile instruments.
• Assist students and attendings at chairside, prepare materials as needed.
• Update patient information in EHR and ensure safe patient discharge.

Skills

Clinical assisting

Administrative support

Patient care

Infection control

Education

High school diploma

ADA accredited dental assisting course

Radiation Safety Certification

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Dental radiography equipment

Job description

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Dental Assistant to support student providers and attendings in CDM clinics. The role involves operatory setup, instrument sterilization, radiographs, patient transport, and essential administrative tasks.

Responsibilities include assisting chairside, updating patient records, and maintaining infection control standards in accordance with MUSC policies. Strong teamwork, safety focus, and adherence to OSHA guidelines are required.