Expanded Duties Dental Assistant

Great Expressions; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Expressions Dental Centers in Decatur, GA, is seeking an Expanded Duties Dental Assistant to join a fast-paced clinical team. You will assist the dental professionals, prepare rooms, sterilize instruments, and ensure a clean, organized workflow while educating patients on oral hygiene and aftercare.

The role supports dentists during procedures and involves basic procedures under supervision. Applicants should have 2–3 years of dental assisting experience, strong organizational and

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of dental assisting experience.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced dental office.

Responsibilities

• Assist dental team to provide patient care.
• Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, maintain cleanliness.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Support dentists during procedures, ensuring smooth workflow.
• Perform basic dental procedures under supervision of a licensed dentist.
• Manage appointment scheduling and maintain patient records.

Skills

Dental assisting

Organization

Communication

Multitasking

Dental software

Tools

Dental software

Job description

256 - Decatur - Clinical Services, 200 East Ponce de Leon Avenue, Suite 300, Decatur, Georgia, United States of America

Job Description

Join our dynamic and thriving dental practice as a Expanded Duties Dental Assistant! At Great Expressions Dental Centers, we're seeking an energetic and motivated individual to join our team and positively impact our patients' oral health. If you're looking for a fast-paced environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities, this is the perfect position for you!

Responsibilities:

• Assist our experienced dental team in providing exceptional patient care
• Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and ensure a clean and organized environment
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and post-treatment care
• Support dentists during procedures, anticipating their needs and ensuring smooth workflow
• Perform basic dental procedures under the guidance of a licensed dentist
• Manage appointment scheduling and maintain patient records accurately

Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of previous dental assisting experience
• Excellent organizational skills with a keen eye for detail
• Strong communication skills and a friendly, compassionate demeanor
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in dental software and technology is a plus

Requirements:

Before applying, it is imperative that you meet the state requirements outlined below.

• Georgia: CPR Certification, Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA) certification, and proof of formal training to expose X-rays.

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256 - Decatur - Clinical Services, 200 East Ponce de Leon Avenue, Suite 300, Decatur, Georgia, United States of America