Dental Assistant: Chairside Pro, Radiology & EMR

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 21,071 - 30,010; Part time

Job summary

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center is hiring a Clinical Dental Assistant located in Kingsport, TN. This role involves providing chairside assistance to faculty, residents, and DDS students in various clinics. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and must be a registered dental assistant in Tennessee with required certifications in nitrous oxide monitoring and radiology. The role includes responsibilities like instrument preparation, patient counseling, and x-ray management, with potential evening shifts.

Qualifications

• Must maintain registration as a licensed dental assistant in Tennessee.
• Nitrous Oxide Monitoring and Radiology Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for clinical encounters with room turnover and instrument preparation.
• Provides chairside clinical support including documentation in EMR.
• Counsels patients post-surgery and explains treatment instructions.
• Takes and processes x-rays.
• Ensures compliance with OSHA sterilization regulations.

Skills

Knowledge of oral surgery processes

Strong communication skills

Strong computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Job description

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center is hiring a Clinical Dental Assistant located in Kingsport, TN. This role involves providing chairside assistance to faculty, residents, and DDS students in various clinics. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and must be a registered dental assistant in Tennessee with required certifications in nitrous oxide monitoring and radiology. The role includes responsibilities like instrument preparation, patient counseling, and x-ray management, with potential evening shifts.