About this role
THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN KINGSPORT, TN Market Range: 04 Hiring Salary: $18.54/Hourly JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The Clinical Dental Assistant provides chairside assistance for faculty, residents, and DDS students in the College of Dentistry. While this position will primarily be housed in the pre-doctoral clinic, this position works in various other clinics in the College on an as needed basis.
• Prepares for clinical encounters with room turnover, preparation of instruments, and acquisition of appropriate supplies for surgical procedures. • Provides chairside clinical support throughout the procedure, including, as needed, documentation within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR). • Counsel patients following surgical procedures and explain instructions as outlined for treatment by the doctor. • Takes x-rays; exposes and processes x-ray film or process of digital images. • Ensures working area, instruments, and equipment meet OSHA sterilization regulations. • Performs preventive equipment maintenance and routine maintenance. • Ensures emergency crash kit is properly stocked and prepared for use. • Monitors and maintains safety of nitrous oxide usage. • Maintains necessary inventory of supplies and equipment. • Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED) EXPERIENCE: This is an entry-level position. Must maintain registration as a licensed dental assistant in the State of Tennessee. Nitrous Oxide Monitoring and Radiology Certification required. (PROOF OF LICENSURE IS REQUIRED). LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: A Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in the State of Tennessee, with certification in radiology and nitrous oxide monitoring, is required. (PROOF OF LICENSURE IS REQUIRED) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
• Knowledge of oral surgery processes. • Strong communication skills. • Strong computer skills (experience with an electronic health record). • Ability to work with a team of clinicians efficiently and positively. WORK SCHEDULE: This position may occasionally be required to work evenings.