Dental Assistant - Appalachian Family Dentistry - Elizabethton, TN

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Elizabethton, TN

Job Description

About us
Appalachian Family Dentistry is a small business in Elizabethton, TN. Our goal is to provide the highest quality dental care possible to all of our patients here in Elizabethton, TN and the surrounding area. We strive to provide comfortable comprehensive dentistry to all adults and children in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Each patient deserves our focused attention and best efforts to make his/her experience one that stands far above the norm; our practice depends on the success of these efforts. We specialize in direct and indirect restorations (i.e. fillings and crowns), root canal therapy, prosthodontic (i.e. dentures and partials) and periodontal treatment, tooth whitening, and much more.
Our work environment includes:

Safe work environment
Lively atmosphere
Modern office setting

We are looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team and provide exceptional service to our patients. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of dental procedures, be able to assist the dentist in a variety of tasks, and have excellent customer service skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for sterilizing instruments, preparing materials for dental procedures, taking x-rays, and providing patient education.
Responsibilities:

Prepare patients for dental procedures and assist the dentist during the procedure.
Assist in taking dental radiographs.
Keep accurate records of patient visits and treatments.
Sterilize instruments and maintain a clean and organized work area.
Provide patient education on proper oral hygiene techniques.
Schedule patient appointments and follow up calls.
Provide chair-side assistance to the dentist during procedures.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 per week
Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee discount
On-the-job training
Paid time off
Safety equipment provided
Uniform allowance

Schedule:

Day shift
No nights
No weekends

Experience:

Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
TN RDA License (Preferred)
CPR/BLS Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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