RDA: Patient-Focused Dental Assistant with Growth

elite dental care

Trenton (TN)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 44,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Holidays

Dental benefits

401k

Uniform allowance

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Elite Dental Care in Trenton, TN is seeking an energetic Registered Dental Assistant to join our collaborative team. You will work closely with dentists to deliver high-quality care and maintain a smooth patient flow.

Responsibilities include four-handed dentistry, radiography, infection control, and accurate documentation, with a focus on patient comfort and safety. This role offers growth within a supportive, team-driven office.

Qualifications

Minimum 1 year of active, chairside dental assisting experience required.
Active Tennessee Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license with Nitrous Oxide certification required.
Tennessee Radiology Certification required.
Active CPR/BLS Certification required.
Coronal Polishing certification preferred (but must be willing to obtain).

Responsibilities

Assist the dentist chairside during restorative, cosmetic, and surgical procedures using four-handed dentistry.
Welcome patients, review health histories, explain procedures clearly, ease anxiety, and provide post-operative care instructions.
Prepare, sanitize, and stock treatment rooms in compliance with OSHA, CDC, and HIPAA guidelines.
Take digital X-rays and intraoral photos as directed by the doctor.
Prepare clinical documentation, impressions, models, and manage lab cases; use digital scanning for prosthetics.
Participate in morning huddles and maintain open communication with front-office staff.