Dental Assistant Full Time

ASMILE4U; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Optical Insurance after 90 days

Employee discount

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Opportunities for Professional Growth

Job summary

A Smile 4U in Cartersville, GA is seeking a positive and motivated Dental Assistant to join our growing team. In this full-time role, you will assist with a variety of dental procedures, manage patient comfort, and ensure the delivery of quality care.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, and Optical Insurance after 90 days. If you're detail-oriented with a can-do attitude, we’d love to meet you!

Qualifications

• Dental assistant certification is preferred.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to different procedures and techniques.
• Professional, dependable, and eager to grow.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist with a wide range of dental procedures.
• Provide quality, compassionate care to patients.
• Manage patients during dental procedures and ensure their comfort.

Skills

Compassionate

Detail-oriented

Strong communication skills

Customer service oriented

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Technical or college diploma

Previous dental assisting experience

Job description

We're Growing! Join Our Team at A Smile 4U

We're excited to welcome a positive, upbeat, friendly, and motivated full‑time Dental Assistant to our growing team in Cartersville, GA!

A Smile 4U is a privately owned dental practice with locations in Cartersville, Dalton, Decatur, East Point, and Hiram. We offer a wide range of specialties under one roof including general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, and oral surgery using advanced, state-of-the-house equipment and scheduling technology. We proudly serve both pediatric and adult patients, and we're committed to creating a welcoming environment and delivering an outstanding, memorable experience for every patient.

Ideal Candidate

• Compassionate, detail-oriented, and adaptable
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, team-driven office
• Can‑do attitude
• Dental assistant certification is preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist with a wide range of dental procedures, including orthodontic treatments, crown preparation, crown placement, and adjustments.
• Explain office procedures to patients before treatment
• Provide quality, compassionate care to patients before, during, and after dental treatment
• Manage patients during dental procedures and ensure their comfort
• Accurately chart existing dental conditions and record progress notes
• Provide patients with post‑operative instructions following treatment or surgery
• Take dental impressions for study models
• Prepare, maintain, and sterilize dental instruments, supplies, and equipment
• Take and develop dental x‑rays; collect and record patient health histories
• Serve as infection control officer: maintain sterilization logs and ensure compliance with infection control protocols
• Monitor and document repairs for operatory and handpiece equipment
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance tasks (e.g., autoclave testing, trap cleaning)
• Assist with ordering and inventory of dental supplies
• Support the clinic with recall and treatment plan reports as needed
• Adhere to all government, OSHA, and company regulations
• Provide direct patient care across multiple specialties including pediatric dentistry and oral surgery

Qualifications

• Technical or college diploma
• Previous dental assisting experience required
• Excellent chairside manner and strong communication skills
• Ability to multitask and adapt to different procedures and techniques
• Professional, dependable, and eager to grow
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Customer service oriented with a professional demeanor
• Reliable and collaborative team player
• Bilingual (English/ Spanish) preferred

Schedule

Monday‑Friday | 7:45 AM - 5:00 PM

Benefits

• Full‑time team members qualify for Medical, Dental, and Optical Insurance after 90 days
• Employee discount
• Unique opportunity to work in a multi‑specialty practice
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Opportunities for Professional Growth

Dental Experience Is Highly Preferred

Pay is based on experience

Are you willing to consent to a background check including a criminal record check, employment, and education verification?