Princess Dental Staffing
Dental Assistant - Family Dental Health - Anderson, SC
- Permanent Dental Hygienist Job
- Anderson, SC
Job Description
Come join the family! Family Dental Health is seeking an outgoing, team-oriented Dental Assistant in Columbia, SC!
ABOUT FAMILY DENTAL HEALTH
We are a dental group privately owned by a single dentist...and we are GROWING! With services in general as well as specialty areas, we are able to provide exceptional, comprehensive dental care for the busy on-the-go family. Our number-one goal is to make every patient feel like part of our Family Dental Health family.
Family Dental Health is honored to be recognized as one of the SC Top Workplaces for 2024. Our commitment to providing exceptional dental care extends not only to our patients but also to our employees. We believe that our team is our most valuable asset, and we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that values your skills, encourages growth, and celebrates success. Our mission is clear. Our name says it all:
Family - To create lasting relationships with our patients, our teams, and our communities
Dental - To provide excellent dental care, one patient at a time
Health - To improve the overall health of our community
We are proud to offer our employees large office perks with a small office feel! We offer:
Competitive pay
Bonus opportunities for meeting practice goals
6 weeks of paid time off
100% employer-paid health insurance plan for employees
Employee dental benefits
Vision, life insurance, disability insurance
401k
Uniforms provided
Company-sponsored trips and events
Learn more at www.fdhonline.com
RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform efficient and accurate procedures to help maintain doctor's schedule and patient flow
Assist the doctors with all dental procedures
Partner with the team to create an exceptional experience for each patient
Review patient chart prior to doctor arrival and log appropriate patient data during exam and treatment as well as transcribe doctor notes in patient chart
Verify patient health history and document appropriately in patient's chart
Discussing diagnosed treatment with the patient
Maintain sufficient inventory by ordering clinical supplies
Ensure the practice maintains sufficient inventory by ordering clinical supplies
Promote and market the company's services and doctors to patients as well as educate patients
Address patient's questions and/or concerns
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited dental assisting program with current CDA certification; or a combination of education and on-the-job training to demonstrate basic chairside dental assisting skills:
Receiving and preparing patients for dental treatmentAssisting chairsideTaking x-raysMaking temporary crowns and pouring/trimming impressionsMake custom bleaching trays
Current x-ray, CPR, and nitrous certifications (or the ability to obtain upon hire)
Demonstrated ability to work in a professional environment with direct patient contact. This includes demonstrating an outgoing and friendly demeanor, greeting patients with a smile as welcomed guests to the practice.
Basic knowledge of dentistry and ability to educate patients regarding their dental health
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced team environment. This includes learning quickly and accepting constructive feedback. Self-motivated and driven for team success.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1 or more years expanded dental assisting experience, preferably in general dentistry
Denticon experience (or the ability to learn)
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Employee discount
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Day shift
Experience:
Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
X-Ray certification (Preferred)
Nitrous Oxide Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
