DENTAL ASSISTANT 2 - 03252025-66251

Job Information

State of Tennessee Job Information

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, LOCAL HEALTH DIVISION, MADISON COUNTY

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Possession of current registration as a dental assistant in the State of Tennessee with Dental Radiology Certification.

Necessary Special Qualifications: Applicants for this class must have:
1. Valid Driver's License.

Overview

Under direct supervision of a licensed Dentist, performs procedures designated under the scope of practice for a registered dental assistant to include certification for exposing and developing radiographs. This is the second level class in the Dental Assistant sub-series. An employee in this class works as a chair side assistant during examination and treatment of patients and can expose and develop radiographs. This class differs from Dental Assistant 1 in that an incumbent of the latter performs duties that do not require certification for exposing and developing radiographs. This series differs from the Dental Assistant 3 in that an incumbent of the latter works as a chair side assistant during examination and treatment of patients and can expose and develop radiographs, perform coronal polishing, sealant application, and nitrous oxide monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients and operatories for dental procedures; performs four handed chair side assisting; and provides appropriate post treatment care and education for patients.
• Schedules appointments, answers telephone and organizes daily schedule.
• Reviews medical history; records patient dental conditions and treatments; and maintains chart, records and reports.
• Exposes and prepares x-rays for review. Meets infection control and safety guidelines.
• Compiles information from patients, parents, guardians and family members in regard to patients' health and dental needs. Compiles information from community resources concerning school transport programs and school-based referrals.
• Provides patient education in proper oral hygiene procedures. Coordinates and develops opportunities for community outreach and oral health activities.
• Communicates with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state and Tennessee Department of Health guidelines; inspects materials to ensure compliance with expiration dates; and maintains current dental license and certification.

Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies:

• Action Oriented
• Manages Conflict
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Decision Quality
• Instills Trust

Knowledge:

• Dental Practices & Procedures
• Customer and Personal Service
• Clerical

• Active Learning and Listening
• Critical Thinking
• Time Management
• Service Orientation
• Reading Comprehension

• Deductive Reasoning
• Rate Control
• Problem Sensitivity
• Control Precision
• Multilimbed Coordination

Tools & Equipment

• All Office Equipment (computer, fax, copier, scanner, telephone, calculator, etc.)
• Sterilization Equipment (Autoclave)
• Dental Instrumentation
• Dental Hand Pieces and Accessories
• Standard Dental Equipment

TN Driver Standards

State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications:

• A valid driver's license
• For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations.

Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.

**Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.