Orthodontic Dental Assistant - Growth & Training

Desort; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentives

Professional development

Continuing education

Collaborative environment

Career growth

Training resources

Job summary

Desort is seeking a Dental Assistant in Summerville, SC to support dentists by providing chairside assistance and preparing patients for a variety of dental procedures. You will help with radiographs, impressions, sterilization, and documenting treatment details to ensure high quality patient care.

Responsibilities include assisting orthodontists, maintaining rooms, and coordinating lab cases while upholding strict infection control and HIPAA standards.

Qualifications

• Solid communication skills for patient interactions and teamwork.
• Excellent organizational abilities for efficient chairside workflows and record-keeping.
• Attention to detail in infection control, documentation, and treatment coordination.

Responsibilities

• Assist orthodontists during a variety of orthodontic procedures.
• Prepare and set up treatment rooms and equipment.
• Prepare patients for orthodontic treatment.
• Assist with brackets, bands, wires, aligners, and other orthodontic appliances.
• Take dental impressions, digital scans, radiographs, and orthodontic records as directed.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain proper infection control procedures.
• Provide patients with instructions regarding oral hygiene, braces, aligners, and appliance care.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Coordinate and track orthodontic lab cases and appliances.
• Support efficient patient flow and clinical operations.
• Communicate effectively with patients, orthodontists, and other team members.
• Maintain a positive and professional patient experience.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Dental Assisting program

Dental Assisting Permit

CPR certification

X-ray certification

HIPAA knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Desort is seeking a Dental Assistant in Summerville, SC to support dentists by providing chairside assistance and preparing patients for a variety of dental procedures. You will help with radiographs, impressions, sterilization, and documenting treatment details to ensure high quality patient care.

Responsibilities include assisting orthodontists, maintaining rooms, and coordinating lab cases while upholding strict infection control and HIPAA standards.