Dental Assistant

Clarksville Family Dentistry; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

PTO & Holidays

401K

Job summary

Clarksville Family Dentistry is seeking a proactive Dental Assistant to join our team in Clarksville. The ideal candidate will be organized, friendly, and dedicated to patient care, supporting the dentist with 4-handed dentistry and ensuring comfort during treatments.

Responsibilities include welcoming patients, preparing for procedures, sterilizing instruments, assisting with lab tasks, and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Dental Assistant certification if required by state of employment.
• CPR-BLS certification is required.
• Current radiography certification if required by state of employment.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients to the dental office.
• Prepare patients 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.
• Schedule appointments.
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Verbal & written communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Dental Assistant certification

CPR-BLS certification

Radiography certification (if required)

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

JOB TITLE: Dental Assistant

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Practice Manager

Job Overview

We are looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team! We are an energetic dental office with a passion for excellent customer service and patient care. We are looking for someone with outstanding DA skills who is proactive, organized, and brings a friendly and positive attitude to our team. Our practice is committed to our patient's dental health!

Key Responsibilities:

• Welcome patients to the dental office.
• Prepare patients 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.
• Schedule appointments.
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures.

Requirements (Education, Certifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• Minimum of High School diploma or equivalent.
• Current Dental Assistant certification if required by state of employment.
• Working knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and terminology.
• Current radiography certification if required by state of employment.
• Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR- BLS).
• Understanding of health & safety regulations.
• Strong teamwork and people skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Preferred

• 1+ years of experience in a dental setting.
• Current certification to monitor Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Analgesia preferred if required by state, or ability to become certified.
• Experience working in a fast-paced and customer-centric environment.
• Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g., EFDA).

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vison, Life insurance, Short & Long Term Disability
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401K
• Strong culture of patient care and experience

Location Clarksville

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

This position is currently accepting applications.