American Dental Companies is hiring: Dental Assistant in Columbia

Join our team at Judd Dentistry!We're expanding and excited to welcome a new Dental Assistant to our team!We're seeking a qualified and reliable Dental Assistant who can help make our office more efficient and create a pleasant experience for our patients. This role supports both administrative and clinical tasks to help ease the dentist's workload and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and committed to providing excellent patient care. You should be comfortable following instructions, adhering to dental office protocols, and contributing to a supportive team environment.An interest in learning and assisting with facial aesthetics is a plus!Responsibilities:Greet and welcome patients upon arrival to the officePrepare patients for treatments or checkups, ensuring their comfort throughoutSelect, set up, and organize instruments, equipment, and materials as neededSterilize instruments according to regulationsAssist the dentist through 4-handed dentistryUndertake lab tasks as instructedProvide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructionsMaintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked treatment roomSchedule and confirm patient appointmentsMaintain accurate patient records and assist with payment proceduresQualifications: Proven experience working as a dental assistantFamiliarity with dental instruments and sterilization techniquesUnderstanding of health & safety regulationsAbility to perform regulated non-surgical procedures, such as coronal polishing is a plusProficient with dental software and general computer skillsStrong communication skills with a friendly, patient-focused demeanorExcellent attention to detailOrganized, dependable, and able to multitask effectivelyHigh school diploma required; graduation from an accredited dental assisting program preferredAdditional certifications or training (e.g., EFDA) are a plusWe describe our company culture as:Detail-oriented - quality and precision-focusedPeople-oriented - supportive and fairness-focusedTeam-oriented - cooperative and collaborativeBenefits:401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee discountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceSchedule:Monday to Friday