Pediatric Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - AC Dentistry - Nashville, TN

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Nashville, TN

Job Description

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) At AC Dentistry, our Dental Assistants are valued members of our dental care team, assisting in providing quality oral care to our patients. As a Dental Assistant on our team, you will help with setting up rooms, sterilizing equipment, preparing patients, and conduct some dental hygiene tasks. A successful Dental Assistant utilizes interpersonal, technical, and patient care skills in the execution of her/his job.
Following is a general list of duties and responsibilities required of a Dental Assistant:
· Prepare clinical area for dental cleanings and/or examinations, including sterilizing and disinfecting chairs and instruments, setting up instrument trays and preparing materials
· Taking and developing dental X-rays
· Discussing and collecting patient medical history to understand potential areas for dental concerns
· Providing patients with instructions on oral care following dental treatment
· Education patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to perpetuate and maintain optimal oral health
· Creating dental impressions for study casts
· Maintaining dental supply and equipment inventory
· Cleaning clinical area on a rotating schedule
· Maintain a patient-focused mentality, fostering a welcoming environment for pediatric patients, ensuring patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental appointments
· Additional tasks, as needed by management
Minimum Requirements
· Certification or associate degree from an accredited dental assistance program
· Dental x-ray certification
· High school diploma (or equivalent)
· Experience using Windows-based computer for data entry
· Professional written and verbal communication skills
· Ability to provide great patient care
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Experience:

Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Dental Assistant License (Required)
X-Ray Certification (Required)
Coronal Polishing (Required)
Sealant Certification (Preferred)
Nitrous Monitoring (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

Nashville, TN 37203: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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