Pediatric Dental Hygiene Specialist

Chord Specialty Dental Partners; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and vision insurance

Dental coverage with $0 premium

401(k) plan with company match

Generous paid time off and holidays

Employee referral program

Discounts on restaurants and travel

Pet insurance

Cutting-edge technology and training

Life and disability insurance

Education Assistance Program

Job summary

Cumberland Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics in Murfreesboro, TN is hiring a patient-focused dental assistant to support children through cleanings and orthodontic care. You will assist with radiographs, polishing, charting, and maintaining a clean, safe clinical environment.

The role offers a $1,000 sign-on bonus after 30 days, $19–$22/hour based on experience, and a Monday–Thursday schedule with a Friday half-day. Benefit options include medical, dental, 401(k), PTO, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Current Tennessee RDA license in good standing, with state-required CE kept up to date
• Coronal polishing and radiology certifications
• Current CPR Healthcare Provider (BLS) certification
• Patience, warmth, and a genuine enjoyment of working with children

Responsibilities

• Review hygiene patient charts before each visit, including reason for visit, medical history, and X-ray needs
• Greet families, verify patient information and treatment consent with parents or guardians, and follow HIPAA privacy standards
• Explain what to expect during the visit and answer parents’ questions
• Take high-quality radiographs
• Perform coronal polishing
• Chart existing and missing teeth, restorations, and procedures
• Keep accurate clinical notes for every visit
• Clean, package, and sterilize instruments (autoclave and Statim) following OSHA and company standards

Skills

Patience

Warmth

Children-focused

Education

Tennessee RDA license in good standing

Coronal polishing certification

Radiology certification

CPR Healthcare Provider (BLS) certification

Job description

Cumberland Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics in Murfreesboro, TN is hiring a patient-focused dental assistant to support children through cleanings and orthodontic care. You will assist with radiographs, polishing, charting, and maintaining a clean, safe clinical environment.

The role offers a $1,000 sign-on bonus after 30 days, $19–$22/hour based on experience, and a Monday–Thursday schedule with a Friday half-day. Benefit options include medical, dental, 401(k), PTO, and ongoing training.