Dental Assistant Full Time

Dental Assistant Full Time

We're Growing! Join Our Team at A Smile 4U

We're excited to welcome a positive, upbeat, friendly, and motivated full-time Dental Assistant to our growing team in Cartersville, GA!

A Smile 4U is a privately owned dental practice with locations in Cartersville, Dalton, Decatur, East Point, and Hiram. We offer a wide range of specialties under one roof including general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, and oral surgery using advanced, state-of-the-art equipment and scheduling technology. We proudly serve both pediatric and adult patients, and we're committed to creating a welcoming environment and delivering an outstanding, memorable experience for every patient.

The Ideal Candidate

• Compassionate, detail-oriented, and adaptable
• Comfortable in a fast-pace, team-driven office
• Can-do attitude
• Dental assistant certification is preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures, including crown preparation, placement, and adjustments.
• Explain office procedures to patients before treatment
• Provide quality, compassionate care to patients before, during, and after dental treatment
• Manage patients during dental procedures and ensure their comfort
• Accurately chart existing dental conditions and record progress notes
• Provide patients with post-operative instructions following treatment or surgery
• Take dental impressions for study models
• Prepare, maintain, and sterilize dental instruments, supplies, and equipment
• Take and develop dental x-rays; collect and record patient health histories
• Serve as infection control officer: maintain sterilization logs and ensure compliance with infection control protocols
• Monitor and document repairs for operatory and handpiece equipment
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance tasks (e.g., autoclave testing, trap cleaning)
• Assist with ordering and inventory of dental supplies
• Support the clinic with recall and treatment plan reports as needed
• Adhere to all government, OSHA, and company regulations
• Provide direct patient care across multiple specialties including pediatric dentistry and oral surgery

Qualifications

• Technical or college diploma
• Previous dental assisting experience required
• Excellent chairside manner and strong communication skills
• Ability to multitask and adapt to different procedures and techniques
• Professional, dependable, and eager to grow
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Customer service oriented with a professional demeanor
• Reliable and collaborative team player
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Schedule

Monday-Friday | 7:45 AM - 5:00 PM

Benefits

• Full-time team members qualify for Medical, Dental, and Optical Insurance after 90 days
• Employee discount
• Unique opportunity to work in a multi-specialty practice
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Opportunities for Professional Growth

Dental experience is highly preferred

Pay is based on experience

Are you willing to consent to a background check including a criminal record check, employment, and education verification?