PT - Dental Assistant - Dickson, TN

Morton Dental Group; Dickson (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No nights or weekends

Competitive pay based on experience

Job summary

Morton Dental Group is seeking a skilled Registered Dental Assistant to support a wide range of procedures in a modern dental office. You will provide chairside assistance with four-handed dentistry, prepare rooms, and support implants, surgical procedures, and restorative work while maintaining sterility and patient safety.

The role offers a full-time schedule with no nights or weekends, opportunities to advance clinical skills, and a supportive leadership team.

Qualifications

• TN Dental Assistant certification or registration required by applicable state regulations.
• Experience with four-handed dentistry.
• Knowledge of sterilization, infection-control, and patient-safety requirements.
• Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Professional demeanor and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality chairside assistance using four-handed dentistry.
• Support restorative, crown and bridge, cosmetic, implant, surgical, and other advanced procedures.
• Prepare surgical trays, instruments, materials, equipment, and treatment rooms.
• Assist with extractions, implant procedures, and other surgical treatment based on experience and applicable credentials.
• Maintain sterile technique and follow surgical infection-control protocols.
• Review the schedule and patient records in advance to anticipate procedural needs.
• Take diagnostic radiographs and support digital imaging and intraoral scanning.
• Prepare anesthetic setups, impressions, temporary restorations, lab cases, and clinical materials.
• Maintain accurate chart notes, treatment documentation, and patient records.
• Provide postoperative instructions and patient education as directed by the dentist.
• Monitor patients and support patient safety within the assistant’s training, credentials, and state requirements.
• Keep operatories clean, organized, stocked, and ready throughout the day.
• Maintain instruments and equipment according to OSHA and infection-control standards.
• Participate in the morning huddle and help maintain efficient patient and schedule flow.
• Communicate important patient information clearly during clinical and administrative handoffs.

Skills

Four-handed dentistry

Sterilization protocols

Infection control

Patient safety

Team communication

Education

TN Dental Assistant certification

Tools

Dental imaging software

CBCT software

Job description

At Morton Dental Group, we do dentistry differently.

We are building a premier, relationship-driven dental organization focused on exceptional patient experiences, operational excellence, professionalism, leadership, and long-term success for our team. Our vision is to raise the standard for private practice dentistry across Middle Tennessee by creating an environment where both patients and team members genuinely thrive.

Morton Dental Group is seeking a skilled an RDA.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Exposure to a broad range of general, surgical, implant, and specialty procedures
• Modern offices with advanced dental technology and digital workflows
• Opportunities to expand your clinical skills and knowledge
• Supportive doctors and leaders who invest in coaching and development
• Consistent full-time schedule with no nights or weekends
• A professional, team-oriented working environment
• Competitive pay based on experience, certifications, and clinical skill level
• A workplace where strong performance and initiative are recognized

What You’ll Do

• Provide high-quality chairside assistance using four-handed dentistry
• Support restorative, crown and bridge, cosmetic, implant, surgical, and other advanced procedures
• Prepare surgical trays, instruments, materials, equipment, and treatment rooms
• Assist with extractions, implant procedures, and other surgical treatment based on experience and applicable credentials
• Maintain sterile technique and follow surgical infection-control protocols
• Review the schedule and patient records in advance to anticipate procedural needs
• Take diagnostic radiographs and support digital imaging and intraoral scanning
• Prepare anesthetic setups, impressions, temporary restorations, lab cases, and clinical materials
• Maintain accurate chart notes, treatment documentation, and patient records
• Provide postoperative instructions and patient education as directed by the dentist
• Monitor patients and support patient safety within the assistant’s training, credentials, and state requirements
• Keep operatories clean, organized, stocked, and ready throughout the day
• Maintain instruments and equipment according to OSHA and infection-control standards
• Participate in the morning huddle and help maintain efficient patient and schedule flow
• Communicate important patient information clearly during clinical and administrative handoffs

Patient Care and Teamwork

• Help patients feel calm, informed, and cared for before, during, and after treatment
• Remain composed and attentive during complex or stressful procedures
• Anticipate the needs of the dentist, patient, and clinical team
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with patients, teammates, and leadership
• Demonstrate reliability, accountability, and attention to detail
• Contribute to a collaborative and productive office culture
• Remain coachable, adaptable, and willing to learn new procedures and systems

Qualifications

• TN Dental Assistant certification or registration required by applicable state regulations
• Experience with four-handed dentistry
• Knowledge of sterilization, infection-control, and patient-safety requirements
• Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical setting
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Professional demeanor and strong attention to detail

Highly Preferred Experience

• Chairside experience with oral surgery or surgical dental procedures
• Experience assisting with extractions, implants, bone grafting, or related procedures
• Experience preparing surgical instruments and maintaining sterile fields
• Experience with digital imaging, intraoral scanners, or CBCT technology
• Expanded Functions certification, if applicable
• Experience with dental practice-management software
• Experience supporting multiple doctors or a high-volume schedule

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience, certifications, and skill level
• No nights or weekends

Schedule

Current patient hours are Monday through Friday, 7 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Specific scheduled days and hours will be discussed during the interview process.