Expanded Duty Dental Assistant — Restorations & Patient Care

Entertimeonline; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Kids Dental and Braces - James Island is seeking an Expanded Duty Dental Assistant (EDDA) to join our dental team in Charleston, SC. The EDDA will support the dentist during procedures and perform expanded functions as permitted by state regulations.

Ideal candidates have strong technical skills, a patient-centered approach, and excellent organizational abilities. Responsibilities include clinical assistance, administrative duties, and ensuring strict infection control standards are met.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• State certification for dental assisting including nitrous oxide, radiology, and expanded duties per state requirements.
• CPR certification.
• Bilingual preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during restorative, endodontic, and surgical procedures.
• Prepare and maintain dental instruments, equipment, and materials for treatment.
• Maintain a clean, sterile working environment following infection control protocols.
• Perform expanded duties such as placing restorations, taking impressions, and applying sealants as allowed by state law.
• Conduct preliminary charting and take dental radiographs.
• Greet patients and provide post-treatment care instructions.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene.
• Maintain accurate patient records, schedule appointments, and manage inventory.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service orientation

Communication

Professional image

Organizational skills

PC skills

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EDDA/EFDA certification

Nitrous oxide certification

Dental radiology certification

CPR certification

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Coastal Kids Dental and Braces - James Island is seeking an Expanded Duty Dental Assistant (EDDA) to join our dental team in Charleston, SC. The EDDA will support the dentist during procedures and perform expanded functions as permitted by state regulations.

Ideal candidates have strong technical skills, a patient-centered approach, and excellent organizational abilities. Responsibilities include clinical assistance, administrative duties, and ensuring strict infection control standards are met.