Dental Assistant

at  Southern Dental Alliance

Job Summary:
Southern Dental Alliance is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our team. As a Dental Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring the success of our dentists and providing excellent patient care. You will communicate patient needs and assist with various dental procedures, while also maintaining a clean and organized work environment. Our ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has excellent customer service skills, works well under pressure, and is able to multitask effectively.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the dentists are prepared for patient procedures by providing necessary information about the patients’ needs, requests, and other relevant details
• Assist the dentist during patient examinations and treatments, working chair-side to provide support as needed
• Make patients comfortable in the dental chair, prepare them for treatment, and ensure accurate dental records are obtained
• Hand instruments and materials to the dentist, keeping the patients’ mouths dry and clear using suction or other devices
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment, and prepare trays for dental procedures
• Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring proper infection control protocols are followed

Qualifications:

• Detail-oriented and organized
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to work well under pressure
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite and desktop publishing
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
• Must pass a criminal background check

Preferred Education and Experience:

• 1 year of experience as a Dental Assistant
• Familiarity with dental technology
• Ability to connect with patients and provide compassionate care
• Driven and works with a sense of urgency
• Ability to multitask effectively
• Professional, courteous, and approachable demeanor
• Cerac and Eaglesoft experience is a plus

Additional Eligibility Requirements:

• Current CPR certification
• Must undergo a post-offer, pre-employment background check

We Offer:

• Competitive pay and bonus potential
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Accident coverage and hospital indemnity coverage
• Paid holidays and vacation time
• 401k, life insurance, short and long term disability
• Employee discounts

At Southern Dental Alliance and all relevant affiliates, we are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We strive to create an inclusive community that values long-term relationships with our teams, our patients, and our communities. Join us in providing exceptional dental care and building a rewarding career in the dental field

• Ensure the dentists are prepared for patient procedures by providing necessary information about the patients’ needs, requests, and other relevant details
• Assist the dentist during patient examinations and treatments, working chair-side to provide support as needed
• Make patients comfortable in the dental chair, prepare them for treatment, and ensure accurate dental records are obtained
• Hand instruments and materials to the dentist, keeping the patients’ mouths dry and clear using suction or other devices
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment, and prepare trays for dental procedures
• Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring proper infection control protocols are followe