About this opportunity
Snelling Staffing Services lists this Dental Assistant opportunity in thomson, Georgia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Dental AssistantThe Dental Assistant serves as a link between dentists and patients, managing both clinical and administrative tasks. Key duties include sterilizing instruments, preparing treatment rooms, taking X-rays, assisting chairside during procedures, and updating patient charts.Core ResponsibilitiesChairside Assistance: Support dentists during various procedures by handing instruments, mixing dental materials, and operating suction equipment to keep the patient's mouth dry.Patient Care: Greet patients, make them comfortable in the dental chair, review their health history, and explain postoperative care instructions.Sterilization & Lab Work: Clean and sterilize dental instruments and equipment according to OSHA protocols. Take dental impressions and process X-rays.Administrative Tasks: Schedule appointments, answer phone calls, manage office inventory, and assist with billing and insurance claims.Key Qualifications & Skills Education:Completion of an accredited dental assisting programCertifications: Active CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.Physical & Soft Skills: Strong dexterity and hand-eye coordination. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to help comfort anxious patients. Attention to Detail: Strict adherence to infection-control and safety regulations.
Worksite address
thomson, GA, 30824, US
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