Job Summary
The Registered Dental Assistant works chairside with FIN's dentists to provide dental care to uninsured and underinsured patients. The RDA prepares operatories, assists with restorative, surgical, prosthetic, and preventive procedures, and takes digital radiographs and intraoral scans as permitted by Tennessee law and the assistant's certifications. The RDA supports FIN's in-house crown milling and 3D-printed denture work, keeps accurate records, follows infection control standards, and helps train dental assistant externs and LMU dental students. Treat every patient with dignity and respect, in keeping with FIN's charitable mission.
Responsibilities
Chairside Care
- Assist dentists using four-handed dentistry during general, restorative, oral surgery, endodontic, and prosthodontic procedures.
- Explain procedures, take vital signs, and keep patients comfortable throughout their visit.
- Give patients post-op and home care instructions.
Imaging and Technology
- Take and process digital X-rays and intraoral scans using proper technique and radiation safety.
- Support crown, denture, and appliance work using FIN's scanning, milling, and 3D printing equipment
Infection Control and Operatory Readiness
- Assist dental support personnel in preparing, cleaning, and restocking operatories.
- Process and sterilize instruments in accordance with OSHA and CDC guidelines.
- Keep the clinical area clean and organized, and report equipment problems.
Records and Patient Privacy
- Document care accurately in Eaglesoft. Eaglesoft training provided.
- Protect patient information in compliance with HIPAA and FIN policy.
Team Support
- Set a good example for dental assistant externs and LMU dental students.
- Assist in keeping supplies stocked.
Required Qualifications
- A current Tennessee Registered Dental Assistant license
- Current BLS/CPR certification. Clinic provided at time of renewal.
- Radiography certification
Preferred Qualifications
- 1+ year of chairside experience
What We Offer
- A Monday through Thursday schedule. No Fridays, no weekends.
- Generous paid time off
- Five planned clinic closure weeks each year (January, May, July, November, and December)
- Ongoing training in dental coding, instrument processing, and advanced imaging
- Technology many private practices don't have
- Full-time and part-time positions available
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32.0 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
License/Certification:
- Registered Dental Assistant (Preferred)
Shift availability:
Work Location: In person
