Vital Smiles Beaufort , SC 29901
Posted 1 week ago
Southern Dental Alliance is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team!
Southern Dental Alliance is a dental support organization affiliated with 40+ practices in the Southeast. The lead doctors of each practice pursue aggressive growth and offer invaluable mentoring and support. The practices operate under eleven main practice identities
At Southern Dental Alliance we want to be a community that people want to join. We are looking for long-term relationships with our teams, our patients, and our communities.
As a Dental Assistant, you will ensure the Dentists are set up for success prior to interfacing with patients and during patient procedures. The DA clearly communicates to Dentist the patients needs/request and other education, procedures, diagnosis and treatment related matters prior to treatment. The DA perform a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties, in addition to performing work chair-side as Dentist examines and treat patients, and works proactively to ensure Dentist clinical/hygiene needs are met. The DA is responsible for making patients comfortable as they are seated in the dental chair, prepares patient for treatment, and obtains the accurate patient dental records. The DA is responsible for handing instruments and materials to Dentist and also responsible for keeping the patients' mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices. The DA is responsible for sterilizing and disinfecting instruments and equipment, preparing trays of instruments for dental procedures, and instructing patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
Minimum Eligibility Requirements
High school diploma or GED.
Must be detail oriented and organized
Must possess excellent customer service skills and work well under pressure
Strong computer skills and ability to adapt to new technology
Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently as well as with a team
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
Must pass criminal background check
Education and Experience
Minimum 2 year experience as a Dental Assistant
Certified Dental Assistant.
Use of dental technology.
Ability to connect with patients.
Driven and works with a sense of urgency.
Has the ability to multi-task.
Professional, courteous and approachable demeanor.
Cerac Experience
Additional Eligibility Requirements
We Offer
Competitive Pay and Bonus Potential
Medical, Vision and Dental coverage offered
Accident Coverage & Hospital Indemnity Coverage
Paid Holidays and Vacation Time
401k, Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability
Employee Discounts
Uniform provided
VSM Management, LLC dba Southern Dental Alliance and all relevant Affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers.
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