Dental Assistant - Patient Care & Chair-Side Support

Wexford Health Sources, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with 회사

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. in Memphis, TN is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dentist under supervision and maintain a safe, clean clinical environment.

Responsibilities include chair-side assistance, patient prep, sterilization, x-rays, and accurate recordkeeping. The role requires Tennessee Board registration, a high school diploma or GED, CPR certification, and prior dental experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Registered with Tennessee Board of Dentistry as a Dental Assistant.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• CPR certification required.
• Experience in a dental setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist chair-side during exams and procedures.
• Prepare patients for treatment and support dental hygiene education.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control standards.
• Set up and break down treatment areas and equipment.
• Take and process intra-oral x-rays as permitted.
• Maintain accurate patient records in the EMR system.
• Manage dental supplies, inventory, and equipment maintenance.
• Support dental sick calls and emergency screenings.
• Ensure clinic remains clean, stocked, and ready for daily operations.

Skills

Chair-side assistance

Infection control

EMR familiarity

CPR certification

Patient care

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. in Memphis, TN is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dentist under supervision and maintain a safe, clean clinical environment.

Responsibilities include chair-side assistance, patient prep, sterilization, x-rays, and accurate recordkeeping. The role requires Tennessee Board registration, a high school diploma or GED, CPR certification, and prior dental experience is preferred.