Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) / Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)

Smile Brands Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health savings account

Telemedicine

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee discount programs

Pet insurance

401k plan

Job summary

Smile Brands Inc. in Knoxville, TN is hiring an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) / Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to support the Castle Dental team.

The role emphasizes EFDA experience, patient‑centered care, and strong clinical skills in a fast‑paced dental practice. The position offers a Monday–Thursday 8am–5pm schedule with occasional Friday hours, competitive hourly pay, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• RDA certification is required.
• EFDA certification preferred.
• Dental radiology (X-ray) certification.
• CPR/BLS certification current or able to obtain before start date.
• Knowledge of dental terminology and infection control standards.
• Strong communication skills and a patient‑first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during exams and procedures, ensuring efficiency and patient comfort.
• Take and develop dental X-rays as needed.
• Sterilize and prepare instruments and treatment rooms following infection control protocols.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, post‑treatment care, and dental procedures.
• Maintain accurate patient records and update charts.

Skills

Strong communication

Patient‑first mindset

Dental terminology

Infection control standards

Education

RDA certification

EFDA certification (preferred)

Dental radiology (X-ray) certification

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Overview

At Smile Brands, we’re more than a dental support organization — we’re a community focused on delivering Smiles for Everyone®. With a network of 600+ practices across 30 states, we empower our teams to thrive, grow, and make a real impact. If you're looking for a place where your work truly matters, you’ve found it.

We’re currently looking for an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) / Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to support our Castle Dental team in Knoxville, TN. We’re especially interested in candidates with expanded-functions experience, but we also welcome experienced RDAs who bring strong clinical skills, upbeat energy, and a patient-first mindset. Join a team that supports and celebrates you!

Schedule (days/hours)

Monday - Thursday 8am-5pm & one Friday a month 8am-5pm

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during exams and procedures, ensuring efficiency and patient comfort
• Take and develop dental X-rays as needed
• Sterilize and prepare instruments and treatment rooms following infection control protocols
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, post‑treatment care, and dental procedures
• Maintain accurate patient records and update charts

Qualifications

• Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) – required
• Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) - preferred
• Dental radiology (X-ray) certification.
• Current CPR/BLS certification, or ability to obtain prior to start date.
• Knowledge of dental terminology and infection control standards.
• Strong communication skills and a patient‑first mindset.

Compensation

$19–$21/hr (RDA) | $28–$30/hr (EFDA)

About Us

Benefits are determined by employment status/hours worked and include paid time off (“PTO”), health, dental, vision, health savings account, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount programs, pet insurance, and a 401k plan.

Smile Brands supports over 650 affiliated dental practices across 28 states all focused on a single mission of delivering Smiles For Everyone!® Smiles for patients, providers, employees, and community partners. Everyone. Our growing portfolio of affiliated dental brands and practice models range from large regional brands to uniquely branded local practices. This role is associated with the affiliated dental office listed at the top of the job posting on our career site.

Smile Brands Inc. and all Affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), protected hair style and texture (The CROWN Act), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail]