Expanded Duties Dental Assistant

JLM Dental Studio; Smyrna (GA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 44,083; Part time

Job summary

JLM Dental Studio in Smyrna, Georgia, is looking for a dedicated Dental Assistant to contribute to our mission of enhancing lives through exceptional dental care. You will provide high-quality services, assist our dentists and hygienists, and engage with patients to ensure a positive experience.

The ideal candidate should have a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license, with a minimum of 2 years of experience, superb interpersonal skills, and current BLS/CPR certification. We offer competitive compensation of $24 - $32 hourly.

Qualifications

• 2 years of dental assisting experience as a registered or certified dental assistant.
• Must possess a CDA or RDA state licensure.
• Experience with infection control and dental care plans is desired.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms for examinations and procedures.
• Provide postoperative instructions and answer questions about dental hygiene.
• Evaluate and document vital signs and update medical records.
• Explain dental care treatment plans to patients.

Skills

Superb interpersonal skills

Customer service

Organization

Excellent communication skills

Education

Associate’s Degree or equivalent certification

Tools

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Are you ready to join a team that’s dedicated to enhancing lives through exceptional dental care? At JLM Dental Studio, we’re all about fostering healthy smiles and promoting overall well-being. As a Dental Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of our mission, providing high-quality services and assisting our dentists and hygienists with precision and care. With your experience and commitment to positive patient experiences, you’ll help us empower our community to achieve optimal oral health. We’re seeking someone with a current CDA/RDA license who thrives in a collaborative environment and has a passion for patient-centered care. Let’s work together to create smiles that reflect confidence and vitality. If this sounds like a place where you can grow and make a difference, we encourage you to apply today. Responsibilities: • Equip and prepare treatment rooms for examination and procedures by laying out necessary sterilized equipment, dental instruments, anesthetics, dental supplies, and materials • Provide postoperative instructions with methods for infection control of the patients’ teeth and gums after procedures, answer any questions they may have about dental hygiene, and schedule appointments for patient care follow up • Evaluate and document vital signs for patients and update medical records • Meet patients and explain dental care treatment plans so they feel comfortable during appointment • Adhere to all dental office infection control policies and safety regulations by disinfecting and sterilizing all equipment and instruments after use Qualifications: • Superb interpersonal skills, customer service, organization, and excellent communication skills are desired • 2 years of dental assisting experience as a registered dental assistant or certified dental assistant • Current BLS/CPR certification is required • Must possess a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certificate or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) state licensure by the Dental Assisting National Board's (DANB) • Associate’s Degree or a certification from a college or technical school training program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation is required Compensation: $24 - $32 hourly

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