Certified Dental Assistant Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Certified Dental Assistant DR. Kris M. Hilton Columbia, SC Job Details Full-time $18 – $25 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Nitrous Oxide Certification CPR Certification Sterilization BLS Certification High school diploma or GED X-Ray Certification Patient care Organizational skills Waste management Four handed dentistry Certified Dental Assistant Entry level First aid and CPR Full Job Description O’Neill Family Dentistry is looking for a fulltime Certified Dental Assistant. We have a wonderful, small practice and our assistant plays a crucial role in maintaining Patient care and safety in our office. This role requires a combination of technical skills in sterilization procedures ,skills in patient care as well as four handed dentistry with the Doctor. Our office hours Monday thru Thursday.

Their primary responsibilities include:

Instrument sterilization: Cleaning, decontaminating, and sterilizing dental instruments and equipment using autoclaves, ultrasonic cleaners, and other sterilization devices Infection control: Adhering to standard protocols for infection control, including wearing personal protective equipment and maintaining a sterile environment Inventory management: Restocking supplies, maintaining inventory, and ordering clinical materials as needed Equipment maintenance: Performing routine maintenance on dental equipment, including sterilization devices, and documenting sterilization records Patient care support: Escorting patients to treatment rooms, preparing them for procedures, and assisting dentists and hygienists during treatments Treatment room preparation: Cleaning and setting up treatment rooms for scheduled procedures Administrative tasks: Recording treatment information on patient charts, assisting with scheduling, and performing other clerical duties as needed Safety compliance: Maintaining

OSHA/WISHA

standards, following HIPAA guidelines, and managing biohazardous waste disposal Qualifications and Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Dental Assistant License required
• BLS certification
• Nitrous certification required
• Xray certification
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Physical ability to lift to 50 lbs and perform tasks requiring bending, squatting, and standing for extended periods

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.00 – $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 32 per week

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Work Location:

In person