Register Dental Assistant

Church Health; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays

401(k) Match

FSA/HSA Options

Basic Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Church Health in Memphis, TN seeks a Dental Assistant to support the dentist in clinical procedures, patient care, and sterilization. You will take X-rays, prepare rooms, and chairside assist during exams, fillings, extractions, and crowns, while maintaining infection control and accurate records.

Required: High School Diploma or GED, RDA with radiology certificate in TN, CPR certification; radiology certification and coronal polishing/sealant/nitrous monitoring certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• RDA with radiology certificate TN required.
• CPR certification required.
• Coronal polishing, sealant, and nitrous monitoring certifications preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients for procedures, ensuring comfort and information.
• Take and develop dental X-rays as directed by the dentist.
• Set up treatment rooms with instruments and materials for procedures.
• Chairside assist during examinations and treatments (fillings, extractions, crowns/prosthetics).
• Sterilize instruments and operatories to maintain infection control standards.
• Maintain accurate patient records and charting of conditions and procedures.
• Complete services allowed by TN licensing under dentist supervision.
• Take patient vitals and monitor during procedures.
• Provide post-operative care instructions and schedule follow-ups.
• Manage patient flow to ensure timely delivery of care.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care.
• Explain treatment plans and answer patient questions.
• Perform routine maintenance on dental equipment and arrange repairs if needed.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering supplies.

Skills

Patient care

Infection control

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

RDA certification with radiology certificate in TN

CPR certification

Coronal polishing, sealant and nitrous monitoring certification (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

The Dental Assistant is responsible for assisting the dentist in clinical procedures, patient care, and maintaining a clean and efficient work environment. This position requires adherence to the guidelines set forth by the Tennessee Board of Dentistry and ensures the delivery of quality dental care to patients.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients for dental procedures, ensuring they feel comfortable and informed.
• Take and develop dental X-rays as directed by the dentist.
• Set up treatment rooms with necessary instruments and materials for procedures.
• Assist the dentist chairside during examinations and treatments, including fillings, extractions, and crowns/prosthetics, etc. This may include preparing materials for treatment like amalgam, composite, and impressions.
• Sterilize dental instruments and operatories to maintain infection control standards.
• Maintain accurate patient records, including charting dental conditions and documenting procedures.
• Independently complete services allowed by State of TN licensing under the supervision of the treating dentist.
• Take patient vitals as needed and monitor patients during procedures.
• Provide post-operative care instructions following dental treatments and schedule follow-up appointments when needed.
• Manage patient flow, ensuring the timely and efficient delivery of care.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, including brushing, flossing, and preventive care.
• Provide patients with information on treatment plans and answer any questions they may have regarding their care.
• Perform routine maintenance on dental equipment, notifying the office manager of any repairs or replacements needed.
• Monitor inventory levels for dental supplies and materials, and assist with ordering as necessary.

Education and Experience

• A High School Diploma or GED is required.
• RDA certification with a radiology certificate in TN is required.
• CPR certification is required.
• Certification in coronal polishing, sealant application, and nitrous monitoring is preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience is preferred.

Benefits Package

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Match
• FSA/HSA Options
• Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program