About the role
Overview
- James Island Dentistry is adding to the team and now hiring a Full Time Dental Assistant in Charleston, South Carolina.
- Eligible for up to $1500 sign on bonus
- The practice is close to downtown Charleston and a lot of restaurants and shops in the area. The team at James Island Dentistry is long tenured and well collaborated together!
- To learn more about this growing practice: https://www.jamesislanddentists.com/
Full Time Dental Assistant Schedule
Monday through Thursday 7:30am to 5:00pm with 1 hour lunch breaks
Full Time Time Benefits
- Competitive Compensation based on experience
- Eligible for up to $1500 sign on bonus
Monthly Employee Incentive Program
Paid Time Off
401K
Paid Company Holidays, Bereavement, and Jury Duty
Paid Basic Life & AD&D insurance
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Short Term Disability
Pet Insurance
Accidental Injury, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity plans with wellness incentives
Additional Advantages
Patient-centric community approach
Work/life balance
Opportunity for career growth
- Professional development and support with continuing education
- Strong business and operational teams
- Employee Assistance Program for all employees and their household
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Responsibilities
Assist the Dentists chairside
Welcomes patients
- Prepares patients for treatments or checkups ensuring comfort
- Selection and setup of instrumentation, equipment and other dental materials as needed
- Instrument sterilization according to regulations
Maintains accurate patient records
Lab tasks as instructed
Provide post-operative care instructions
Maintain clean and stocked operatories
Qualifications
Dental Assistant training/school certification
Radiology certification
- Required At least 2 years of General practice dental assisting clinical experience
- Preferred experience with concentration on cosmetic, oral surgery, and periodontal surgeries
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
- Understanding of health & safety regulations
- Experience with digital software, experience with Denticon a plus
Excellent interpersonal skills
Knowlege of scanning, basic assisting duties, intra-oral camera and good communicator
Practice Description
James Island Family, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry is a modern, full-service dental practice dedicated to providing exceptional, patient-centered care in a welcoming and comfortable environment. Serving the James Island and Charleston community, our experienced team offers comprehensive services ranging from preventive and family dentistry to cosmetic, restorative, implant, periodontal, and oral surgery care—all under one roof. We pride ourselves on utilizing advanced technology, investing in continuing education, and fostering a collaborative, supportive culture where both patients and team members thrive. If you're passionate about delivering outstanding care and want to grow with a team committed to excellence, we'd love to meet you!
Equal Employment Opportunity
Star Dental Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.