We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. We are a large fast paced complete digital practice so multitasking and teamwork with coworkers are a must. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.

Responsibilities

Welcome customers in the dental office
Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
Sterilize instruments according to regulations
Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
Undertake lab tasks as instructed
Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
Learn and work in front office areas when needed
Schedule appointments
Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
Travel to work in both our Paris, TN and Camden, TN office locations

Skills

Proven experience as a registered dental assistant
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
graduate from an accredited dental assistant school
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee discount
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Uniform allowance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Dental Assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Coronal Polish Certificate (Preferred)
Nitrous Oxide Certification (Preferred)
Registered Dental Assistant license (Required)

Work Location: In person

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