Dental Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

SGS Consulting; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Consulting in Atlanta is seeking a Dental Hygiene Assistant to join our care team. You will prepare treatment rooms, assist hygienists, update patient histories, and educate patients on oral hygiene. Exposure of radiographs possible if certified; you will help schedule patients and manage recall systems.

Strong communication, attention to detail, and compliance with HIPAA and OSHA are essential. A high school diploma or GED and an Associate degree or certificate in Dental Assisting are

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or certification in Dental Assisting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to patient care and comfort.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up treatment rooms, ensuring cleanliness and proper sterilization.
• Assist Dental Hygienists during patient treatment progress.
• Update patient health history and chart treatment progress.
• Expose and develop radiographs (if certified).
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive care.
• Coordinate with clinical staff to manage inventory and sterilization of dental instruments.
• Support the hygienist with patient scheduling and treatment recommendations and office recall systems.
• Perform routine tasks while ensuring compliance with the industry regulations including HIPAA & OSHA.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or certificate in Dental Assisting

Job description

SGS Consulting in Atlanta is seeking a Dental Hygiene Assistant to join our care team. You will prepare treatment rooms, assist hygienists, update patient histories, and educate patients on oral hygiene. Exposure of radiographs possible if certified; you will help schedule patients and manage recall systems.

Strong communication, attention to detail, and compliance with HIPAA and OSHA are essential. A high school diploma or GED and an Associate degree or certificate in Dental Assisting are