Dental Assistant 2

nLeague; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

nLeague is seeking a Dental Assistant 2 at our Tennessee location to support clinical operations in a public health setting. You will prepare rooms, assist with procedures using four-handed technique, handle sterilization, and maintain records and equipment.

The role requires Tennessee registration with Dental Radiology Certification, CPR, and a valid driver’s license, with willingness to travel within the region as needed.

Qualifications

• Current Tennessee dental assistant registration with Dental Radiology Certification.
• Valid driver’s license, CPR certification and background check.
• Preferred: coronal polishing, nitrous oxide monitoring or sealant placement certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assemble dental supplies and instruments and prep records before patient seating.
• Use 4-handed technique with dentist; disinfect operatory and sterilize instruments after each patient.
• Provide post-treatment education to patients.
• Manage equipment and supplies including autoclave and ultrasonic cleaner.
• Monitor expiration dates and process supply orders per guidelines.
• Expose and prepare dental X-rays; maintain infection control and safety.
• Help complete patient health records (electronic and paper).
• Support daily productivity goals per TN Health Clinic guidelines.
• Collaborate with management on clinic flow and staffing; maintain cooperative environment.

Skills

Customer focus

Team oriented

Willing to travel

CPR certification

Driver's license

Tools

Autoclave

Ultrasonic cleaner

Dental unit water lines

Digital X-ray equipment

Job description

Job ID: 66295

Department: TN DOH

Position: Dental Assistant 2

Location: 100 West Burton Street Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37130

Duration: 9+ Months

JOB OVERVIEW:

• The Division of Community Health Services (CHS) is seeking a Dental Assistant applicant.
• CHS provides public health, primary care, and dental services in local health departments throughout the state.
• The Dental Assistant 2 provides patient-centered dental assistant services in accordance with Provider Practice Guidelines for Dental Public Health and the Tennessee Dental Practice Act.
• Applicants should be customer-focused, self-motivated, team-oriented, and willing to travel as needed, throughout the region.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assembles dental supplies and instruments and ensures pertinent dental exam records are available prior to patient seating.
• Uses 4-handed technique while assisting dentist and disinfects operatory and sterilizes instruments after every dental patient treatment.
• Provides appropriate post treatment and education for patients.
• Manages and maintains equipment and supplies including autoclave, ultrasonic cleaner, and dental unit water lines.
• Monitors expiration dates and prepares dental supply orders per procurement guidelines.
• Exposes and prepares x-rays for review and meets infection control and safety guidelines.
• Assists in completion of patient dental health records (electronic and paper).
• Ensures accomplishment of daily productivity goals in alignment with the Tennessee Department of Health Model Dental Clinic guidelines.
• Manages priorities and individual efficiency to assist in meeting identified goals for encounters and Relative Value Units.
• Collaborate with local management to address clinic flow and staffing concerns.
• Maintains a positive, constructive, and cooperative work environment

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Possession of current registration as a dental assistant in the State of Tennessee with Dental Radiology Certification. This position requires a current driver's license, CPR certification and Tennessee Bureau of Investigation background check.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possession of certifications in coronal polishing, nitrous oxide monitoring and dental sealant placement.