Help a Child Smile·Blackshear, Georgia
The dental assistant will provide dental services during mobile clinics, including digital imaging, patient charting, and equipment sterilization. They are responsible for traveling daily to various school sites to assist in the delivery of care.
Overview Dentistry with a work-life balance-Make a difference while doing what you love!
If you’re looking for a career opportunity at a competitive salary while helping kids in need, let’s talk.
Help A Child Smile, a school-based mobile dental practice, is seeking a Expanded Duties Dental Assistant in Blackshear, GA and surrounding areas to help provide dental care to underserved children at their school.
Our innovative in school dental program offers something different than a traditional dental practice.
With a workday that ends with the school day and no nights or weekends, our program is perfect for people looking for a diverse and different working environment.
This is a full-time position, no evenings or weekends.
Dental Assistant (EDDA) Qualifications: Must hold active CPR/BLS certification card Must have 1+ years of experience as a Dental Assistant (DA) Must have 1+ years Digital X-ray Imaging experience Valid driver license, reliable transportation and a willingness to travel locally is a must Works well with others (both children and adults) Ability to work well in fast-paced environment; organized and detail-oriented; able to multi-task Must be able to carry up to 55 lbs.
Able to walk several flights of stairs on occasion as many schools are without elevators Must Be X-Ray Certified Must have; EDDA certification Must have Coronol Polish Certification Must Be Sealant Certified Must Be Fluoride Certified Dental Assistant (DA) Responsibilities: Dental Assisting Services during mobile dental clinics Digital X-ray Imaging Patient Records Charting Equipment Set-up, Breakdown, and Sterilization Assistance Travel Daily to and from school sites Help A Child Smile Offers: Evenings and weekends off!
Working a school day schedule (about 6 – 7 hours); on average between 8:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.
Full and part time positions – Must be available Monday-Friday Competitive Compensation State-of-the-art portable dental equipment Latest technology & digital radiography Want to learn more?
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Call or text Lisa at 855-957-4375 or email lthompson@mobiledentists.com (If texting/emailing, please include your name, contact information and the location of this position.)
Help A Child Smile is Georgia’s leading at school dental program meeting the tremendous need among underserved school aged children who do not have easy access to dental care and who often suffer from poor oral hygiene, tooth decay, pain and associated health problems. Help A Child Smile is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status
Candidates must hold active CPR/BLS certification and have at least one year of experience in dental assisting and digital X-ray imaging. Additionally, the role requires specific certifications in EDDA, Coronal Polish, Sealants, and Fluoride, along with a valid driver's license.
Market context
Expanded Duties Dental Assistant jobs in Georgia typically draw candidates with several years of chairside experience and current state-specific credentials. These roles are competitive because employers look for CPR certification, EDDA certification, formal Georgia X-ray training, and strong organization and communication skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save research time, then confirm your certifications and prepare examples of expanded-duty and patient-support experience before applying.
