MUHA Dental Assistant III - Rutledge Tower Maxillofacial ($2,000 Sign- On Bonus)

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

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About The Position

Dental assistants are responsible for providing the patient with high quality care by performing a variety of office, laboratory, and patient care duties. This usually entails helping the dentist handle patients, instruments, and supplies during the treatment of the teeth, mouth, and gums. Dental assistants also document patient care and take x-rays. Under Direct supervision in a thorough and expedient manner, provide chair side dental assistance to the dentist, resident, or faculty. Provide clinical support in dental care operations; assist in the development of treatment plans for patients. Perform duties generally governed by broad instructions, objectives, policies that involve frequently changing conditions.

Requirements

• An associate degree in dental assisting or certified as a dental assistant by the Dental Assisting National Board, Inc.
• Three years experience as a dental assistant; five years preferred.
• Ability to fabricate provisionals.
• Extensive knowledge of modern methods and techniques used in dental assisting.
• Extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the oral cavity.
• Ability to operate and maintain various types of dental equipment.
• X-ray certification required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in prosthodontic dentistry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair side dental assistance to the dentist, resident, or faculty.
• Assist in the development of treatment plans for patients.
• Document patient care and take x-rays.
• Help the dentist handle patients, instruments, and supplies during treatment.

Benefits

• $2,000 Sign-On Bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Associate degree