Dental Assistant – Nashville, TN

DESORT STAFFING; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental discounts

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

Desort is seeking a Dental Assistant in Nashville, TN to support dentists and the clinical team in delivering efficient, high-quality patient care. You will assist chairside, prepare patients, take X-rays, document histories, and help with charting while maintaining infection control and a clean workflow.

This role emphasizes teamwork, patient communication, and ongoing professional development, with responsibilities spanning clinical support and administrative tasks to ensure smooth patient

Qualifications

• Active Registered Dental Assistant license or applicable credential.
• Current CPR certification.
• 6 months to 1 year of dental assisting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of dental procedures, infection control, and sterilization practices.
• Ability to perform or assist with dental radiography as permitted by applicable requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Organized, dependable, and attentive to detail.
• Willingness to learn and develop additional clinical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists with a variety of dental procedures.
• Prepare patients and operatories before and after appointments.
• Take dental X-rays and support diagnostic procedures.
• Obtain and document patient medical histories.
• Assist with patient charting and treatment documentation.
• Take dental impressions and bite registrations as needed.
• Perform digital intraoral scans when required.
• Prepare, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and pre- and post-treatment care.
• Support smooth patient flow throughout the practice.
• Maintain infection control and workplace safety standards.
• Collaborate with dentists and other team members to provide quality patient care.
• Perform additional clinical and administrative duties as needed.

Skills

Dental procedures knowledge

Infection control

Teamwork

Communication

Detail-oriented

Willingness to learn

Job description

Dental Assistant – Nashville, TN

A dental practice is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists and the clinical team in providing efficient, high-quality patient care. The role involves chairside assistance, patient preparation, diagnostic support, infection control, and maintaining an organized clinical environment. This opportunity is well suited for a Dental Assistant who values teamwork, patient care, and continued professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists with a variety of dental procedures

• Prepare patients and operatories before and after appointments

• Take dental X-rays and support diagnostic procedures

• Obtain and document patient medical histories

• Assist with patient charting and treatment documentation

• Take dental impressions and bite registrations as needed

• Perform digital intraoral scans when required

• Prepare, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment

• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and pre- and post-treatment care

• Support smooth patient flow throughout the practice

• Maintain infection control and workplace safety standards

• Collaborate with dentists and other team members to provide quality patient care

• Perform additional clinical and administrative duties as needed

Qualifications

• Active Registered Dental Assistant license or applicable credential

• Current CPR certification

• At least 6 months to 1 year of dental assisting experience preferred

• Knowledge of dental procedures, infection control, and sterilization practices

• Ability to perform or assist with dental radiography as permitted by applicable requirements

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment

• Organized, dependable, and attentive to detail

• Willingness to learn and develop additional clinical skills

Benefits

• Medical insurance

• Dental benefits or employee dental discounts

• Paid holidays

• Paid time off

• CPR recertification support

• 401(k) plan

• Employee scholarship or professional development opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer
This dental organization is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.