Dental Assistant Lead: Patient-Centered, Full-Time

Little River Medical Center; Little River (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

403B Retirement Plan (Employer matched

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Little River Medical Center is seeking a skilled Dental Assistant Lead III for the Little River Office. The role focuses on delivering exceptional patient care, supporting dentists with efficient chair-side assistance, and maintaining precise patient records while upholding high standards of infection control.

The ideal candidate has dental assisting experience, X-ray certification, and a passion for dentistry.

Qualifications

• Must have passion for dentistry and patient care.
• Dental assisting experience required; certification preferred but not required.
• X-ray certification is a requirement.
• Education-forward mindset and ability to multitask are essential.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate patient records.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt and work well on a team.
• Willingness to take on new duties as assigned.
• Positive attitude is required and contagious.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality chair side assistance to dentists and hygienists.
• Maintain accurate patient records and scheduling documentation.
• Assist with patient education and comfort measures.
• Support the dental team in daily operations and infection control.

Skills

Dental assisting

Patient care

X-ray certification

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Positive attitude

Education

Dental assisting certification (preferred)

Job description

Little River Medical Center is seeking a skilled Dental Assistant Lead III for the Little River Office. The role focuses on delivering exceptional patient care, supporting dentists with efficient chair-side assistance, and maintaining precise patient records while upholding high standards of infection control.

The ideal candidate has dental assisting experience, X-ray certification, and a passion for dentistry.