Dental Assistant - Augusta Job at State of Georgia in Augusta

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The Dental Assistant will assist the dentist and/or hygienist in chair-side dentistry, manage medical and dental emergencies, clean and polish removable appliances, expose dental diagnostic x-rays, and instruct clients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.

• Assists dentist in management of medical and dental emergencies.
• Cleans and polishes removable appliances.
• Exposes dental diagnostic x-rays and instructs clients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.
• Makes preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
• Pours, trims, and polishes study casts.
• Prepares clients, sterilizes and disinfects instruments, sets up instrument trays, prepares materials, and assists dentist during dental procedures.
• Provides postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist.
• Records treatment information in client records.
• Takes and records medical and dental histories and vital signs of clients.

Requirements: High School diploma/GED and one (1) year of experience in a dental setting; or Vocational/Technical degree in dental assisting from an accredited college and six (6) months of experience as a dental assistant, or one (1) year experience at the lower level Dental Asst 1 (HCS010) or position equivalent.

The State of Georgia is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment.

Posting End Date: Oct 19, 2025