Registered Dental Assistant — Career Growth & Benefits

PDS Health; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Child care assistance

401K

Paid time to volunteer

Shift premium pay for weekends

Job summary

West Nashville Smiles Dentistry is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant to support the dentist in delivering high-quality patient care and to help educate patients on oral health.

The role includes taking X-rays, maintaining a sterile environment, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. A high school diploma or GED and state-required certifications are required; an associate degree or 1-year certificate is preferred.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to high school diploma or GED with state-required training.
• Certifications/license registrations as mandated by the state (e.g. coronal polish, radiograph exposure, ultrasonic scaling).
• Associate degree or 1-year certificate from an accredited college/technical school; or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist to gain patient commitment for best possible treatment with urgency.
• Participate in the Perfect Patient Experience by focusing on optimal treatment and patient needs.
• Maintain a clean, sterile environment and prepare patients for treatment; assist doctors.
• Under dentist direction, complete x-rays and intra-oral pictures as appropriate.
• Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments, equipment, and operatories per ADA guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal regulations and HR policies.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or 1-year certificate

Certifications/licenses/registrations as mandated by state

Job description

West Nashville Smiles Dentistry is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant to support the dentist in delivering high-quality patient care and to help educate patients on oral health.

The role includes taking X-rays, maintaining a sterile environment, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. A high school diploma or GED and state-required certifications are required; an associate degree or 1-year certificate is preferred.