Dental Assistant: Elevate Patient Care & Chairside Support

Sonrava Health; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

DentalWorks in Memphis seeks a Dental Assistant who prioritizes patient care and delivers an exceptional chair-side experience. You will assist doctors, educate patients and help maintain smooth clinic flow.

You will take radiographs, prepare the operatory, ensure sterile equipment and uphold HIPAA/OSHA guidelines while collaborating with the front office and lab staff to support efficient patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current radiography certification required.
• Dental assistant certification, as required by state.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia certification preferred.
• Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA and Infection Control training.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service with chair-side manner, making the patient the priority.
• Assist the doctor and hygienist with procedures and anticipate needs.
• Take, develop and mount radiographs with accuracy.
• Review patient charts, log health history during exams.
• Prepare and sterilize equipment and operatory per procedures.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Support scheduling and lab tracking to ensure timely workflow.
• Follow safety policies and BBP OSHA regulations.

Skills

Patient contact

Customer service

Professionalism

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Multitasking

Computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Radiography certification

Dental assistant certification

CPR certification

Nitrous oxide certification

OSHA/HIPAA training

Job description

DentalWorks in Memphis seeks a Dental Assistant who prioritizes patient care and delivers an exceptional chair-side experience. You will assist doctors, educate patients and help maintain smooth clinic flow.

You will take radiographs, prepare the operatory, ensure sterile equipment and uphold HIPAA/OSHA guidelines while collaborating with the front office and lab staff to support efficient patient care.