Part-Time Dental Assistant

Alpha Home Health and Hospice; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha Home Health and Hospice is seeking a dental support professional to provide essential clinical assistance to dental teams in Augusta, GA. You will prepare treatment areas, assist during procedures, and help educate patients on oral care and post-treatment steps.

The role requires meticulous record-keeping, adherence to safety standards, and strong communication skills to support patients and dental staff effectively.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and sterilization techniques.
• Strong communication skills to educate and support patients effectively.
• Ability to maintain detailed records and follow safety standards.
• Technical skills in taking X-rays and assisting in various dental treatments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with dental procedures and prepare patients and treatment areas for appointments.
• Take X-rays when applicable, adhering to safety and regulatory standards.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and postoperative care instructions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Sterilize instruments and equipment to uphold infection control protocols.

Skills

Dental procedures

Patient education

Record keeping

Infection control

Tools

X-ray taking

Job description

Role Overview: Provide essential clinical support to dental professionals, ensuring smooth patient care and practice operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with dental procedures and prepare patients and treatment areas for appointments.
• Take X-rays when applicable, adhering to safety and regulatory standards.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and postoperative care instructions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Sterilize instruments and equipment to uphold infection control protocols.

Qualifications & Skills

• Knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and sterilization techniques.
• Strong communication skills to educate and support patients effectively.
• Ability to maintain detailed records and follow safety standards.
• Technical skills in taking X-rays and assisting in various dental treatments.