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Rincon, Georgia

Dental Assistant - Effingham Smiles Family Dentistry

DentalFull-Time

Compensation

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Full-Time
Call expectations
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Job Description

At Effingham Smiles Family Dentistry, we take pride in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a warm, welcoming environment. We believe in building strong relationships with our patients and each other and creating a workplace where team members enjoy showing up every day.

We’re growing and looking for outstanding professionals to join our team.

Dental Assistant – Hands-On Patient Care

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

  • We take time to get to know our patients and provide care that’s personalized and thoughtful.
  • You’ll join a supportive team that values collaboration, communication, and growth.
  • We’re committed to clinical excellence and making a positive impact every day.

What You’ll Do

  • Support the doctor chairside during procedures
  • Take radiographs, assist with impressions, and set up operatory equipment
  • Provide a calm and comfortable environment for patients

What You Need

  • Dental Assisting certificate or experience
  • X-ray and CPR certification
  • Strong attention to detail and a positive, team-oriented mindset

Benefits We Offer

  • Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Health and Vision Insurance
  • Employer-Paid Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Care.com Membership & Employee Assistance Program
  • Supplemental Coverage (Disability, Critical Illness, Accident)
  • Paid Scrub Allowance
  • Career Growth and Development Opportunities

At Effingham Smiles Family Dentistry, you’re not just taking the next step in your career, you’re joining a team that values quality care, respect, and long-term success.

In hometown communities, SGA Dental Partners is a beacon of positive energy, delivering the highest level of clinical excellence and patient-centered care. Apply today to join us in making a difference!

In order to maintain a high level of clinical excellence, SGA Dental Partners and dental practices affiliated with SGA maintain a drug free and alcohol free workplace. All new hires are required to pass a full panel drug screening as a condition of employment.

SGA Dental Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at every level of our team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the dentist chairside during procedures, take radiographs, help with impressions, and prepare operatory equipment. Help create a calm and comfortable experience for patients.

Requirements

Applicants need a dental assisting certificate or relevant experience, along with X-ray and CPR certifications. Strong attention to detail and a positive, team-oriented mindset are also required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Chairside AssistanceRadiographyImpression AssistanceOperatory SetupPatient ComfortTeamwork

Dental Assisting Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Rincon

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$308k
Median resident rent
$1,245/mo
Residents’ average commute
29 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.2
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Savannah, GA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employer-Paid Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Care.com Membership