Orthodontics Dental Assistant IV: Multispecialty Care Support

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC); Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston, SC seeks a Dental Assistant to support multi-specialty faculty in patient care across CDM clinics. The role involves chairside assisting, operatory setup, radiographs, anesthesia support, and maintaining infection control as per MUSC policies.

The position requires an ADA-accredited dental assisting program or equivalent experience, and familiarity with electronic health records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and formal ADA-accredited dental assisting program or 3+ years experience in dental assisting.
• Rad tech clearance or Radiation Safety certification may be required for x-rays.

Responsibilities

• Perform chairside assisting with four-handed dentistry for faculty providers.
• Set up operatories for dental and surgical procedures; maintain instruments and infection control.
• Acquire or assist in acquiring radiographs per treatment plans and safety standards.
• Assist with patient transport and monitoring after anesthesia; ensure patient privacy and comfort.
• Maintain inventory of dental supplies; support clinic operations and record-keeping.

Skills

Dental assisting

Infection control

Radiography

EHR experience

Education

ADA accredited dental assisting program

Tools

Dental instruments

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston, SC seeks a Dental Assistant to support multi-specialty faculty in patient care across CDM clinics. The role involves chairside assisting, operatory setup, radiographs, anesthesia support, and maintaining infection control as per MUSC policies.

The position requires an ADA-accredited dental assisting program or equivalent experience, and familiarity with electronic health records.