Dental Assistant: Patient Care & Growth Path

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Provided Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401(k) Plan

Learning Management System (LMS) to ke

Job summary

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists in clinical procedures, sterilization, patient education, and administrative duties. Join a fast-paced practice focused on delivering exceptional patient care in a collaborative environment.

You will be responsible for operatory readiness, X-rays, charting, and assisting during procedures while maintaining infection control standards and efficient clinic operations.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Dental Assistant training program or equivalent experience.
• Current state Dental Assistant certification and radiology certification (as required).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with patients, team members, and dentists.
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Proficient in sterilization protocols, dental terminology, and EHR systems.
• Ability to multitask and perform effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient care, privacy, and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during procedures by preparing patients, materials, and instruments.
• Lead daily operatory readiness and turnover.
• Monitor inventory levels and manage ordering of clinical supplies.
• Maintain strict compliance with infection control protocols, including cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing dental instruments according to OSHA standards
• Take dental X-rays, impressions, and assist in procedures as needed.
• Document patient histories, treatment notes, and charting accurately in EHR systems.
• Educate and guide patients on oral hygiene, post-treatment care, and general dental health.
• Support front desk with clinical input as needed for scheduling or patient flow.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Multitasking

Infection control

EHR proficiency

Dental terminology

Detail oriented

Education

Dental Assistant training program or equivalent experience

Radiology certification

Tools

Dental software

Job description

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists in clinical procedures, sterilization, patient education, and administrative duties. Join a fast-paced practice focused on delivering exceptional patient care in a collaborative environment.

You will be responsible for operatory readiness, X-rays, charting, and assisting during procedures while maintaining infection control standards and efficient clinic operations.