Dental Assistant

Monday to Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm (no weekends, nights, or major holidays)

Full-time (40/hour per week)

Locations available: Alcoa, TN, In-Person

Who we are

Cherokee Health Systems is a comprehensive Federally Qualified Health Center caring for over 70,000 patients across 13 counties in Tennessee. We provide integrated primary medical, behavioral, dental, optometry, and clinical pharmacy services through our nationally recognized integrated model of care. We are committed to serving our mission to care for all, regardless of ability to pay, through innovation, excellence, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and materials.
• Preparing patients for treatment and explaining procedures.
• Sterilizing dental instruments and maintaining infection control procedures.
• Taking and developing dental X-rays.
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of technical training from an accredited program for Dental Assistant.
• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in the State of TN.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply.
  
  

Why Join Us

• Be part of a nonprofit organization focused on community health that values your work/life balance.
• Work with a dedicated team of professionals.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive PTO package.
  
  

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.