Dental Assistant

Job Summary

We are looking for a friendly, dependable, and motivated Dental Assistant to join our team in Lavergne!

This position is available full-time or part-time. The primary location will be our Lavergne office, with one day per week working at our Brentwood location. Schedule will be discussed during the interview.

What We’re Looking For

• Current Tennessee Dental Assistant (DA) license
• X-ray certification required
• Previous dental assisting experience preferred
• Friendly and professional personality
• Reliable, punctual, and organized
• Great communication and patient-care skills
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Willingness to learn and grow with our office

Duties

• Assist dentists chairside during a variety of procedures including general dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing and organizing dental instruments and equipment according to infection prevention management protocols.
• Take and develop dental x-rays and 3D scans using advanced medical imaging technology while adhering to dental x-ray safety standards.
• Manage patient records and medical documentation using electronic medical records (EMR) systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Provide excellent patient care by explaining procedures, managing patient anxiety, and assisting with patient management software to schedule appointments and follow-up visits.
• Perform vital signs assessment and monitor patient comfort throughout treatments, maintaining clinical confidentiality policies at all times.
• Support dental reception duties by greeting patients, verifying insurance information, and coordinating appointment schedules efficiently.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant or in a similar dental clinic environment with knowledge of dental terminology and clinical procedures.
• Proficiency in EMR systems such as Denticon or Dentrix; familiarity with patient management software is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of infection prevention management, aseptic technique, and dental sterilization procedures.
• Ability to operate dental equipment including X-ray machines, 3D scanners, and other clinical tools safely and effectively.
• Knowledge of anatomy relevant to dentistry along with medical terminology related to oral health care.
• Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with patients of all ages, especially pediatric dentistry patients.
• Certification in dental assisting or relevant healthcare infection control training is preferred; CPR certification is a plus.

Join us to be part of a vibrant team dedicated to improving oral health through compassionate care, technical excellence, and continuous learning!

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person