Graduate Dental Assistant-Kingsport Dental Clinic

UT Health Sciences; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 22,041 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

UT Health Sciences in Kingston, TN seeks a Graduate Dental Assistant to provide chairside support for faculty, residents, and DDS students. Primary location is Pre‑Doctoral clinic with duties in other clinics as needed.

Responsibilities include room turnover, instrument prep, assisting during procedures, EMR documentation, x-ray exposure, OSHA sterilization compliance, and inventory management. Evening work may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (transcript required).
• Entry‑level position.
• Must maintain registration as a licensed dental assistant in the State of Tennessee.
• Must have Nitrous Oxide Monitoring and Radiology Certification; proof of licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for clinical encounters with room turnover, instrument preparation, and acquisition of appropriate supplies for surgical procedures.
• Provides chairside clinical support throughout the procedure, including documentation in the EMR as needed.
• Counsels patients following surgical procedures and explains instructions as outlined by the treating dentist.
• Takes x-rays; exposes and processes x-ray film or digital images.
• Ensures the working area, instruments, and equipment meet OSHA sterilization regulations.
• Performs preventive equipment maintenance and routine maintenance.
• Ensures the emergency crash kit is properly stocked and ready for use.
• Monitors and maintains safety of nitrous oxide usage.
• Maintains necessary inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

EMR experience

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

RDA license with radiology & nitrous oxide monitoring (TN)

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Hiring Salary

$18.54 / Hourly

Location

Kingston, TN

Job Summary

The Graduate Dental Assistant provides chairside assistance for faculty, residents, and DDS students in the College Dentistry. The primary location is the Pre‑Doctoral clinic, with additional duties in other clinics on an as‑needed basis.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for clinical encounters with room turnover, instrument preparation, and acquisition of appropriate supplies for surgical procedures.
• Provides chairside clinical support throughout the procedure, including documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) as needed.
• Counsels patients following surgical procedures and explains instructions as outlined by the treating dentist.
• Takes x‑rays; exposes and processes x‑ray film or digital images.
• Ensures the working area, instruments, and equipment meet OSHA sterilization regulations.
• Performs preventive equipment maintenance and routine maintenance.
• Ensures the emergency crash kit is properly stocked and ready for use.
• Monitors and maintains safety of nitrous oxide usage.
• Maintains necessary inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (transcript required).
• Entry‑level position.
• Must maintain registration as a licensed dental assistant in the State of Tennessee.
• Must have Nitrous Oxide Monitoring and Radiology Certification; proof of licensure required.

License and Certification

• A Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in the State of Tennessee with certification in radiology and nitrous oxide monitoring.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of oral surgery processes.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, including experience with an electronic health record.
• Ability to work efficiently and positively with a team of clinicians.

Work Schedule

This position may occasionally require evening work.