What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Spencer Dental?
Registered Dental Assistant – Greater Knoxville, TN
Overview:
A premier Family Dental Practice in Maryville, TN, is seeking a Dental Assistantto join their team on a 4-day schedule (Mon-Thurs).
This is a modernized, state-of-the-art practice with an emphasis on its positive in-office culture and patient-friendly environment. They highly invest in the resources and technologies available for both patients and staff. This practice also has a loyal, consistent patient base and an environment that fosters growth, fun, appreciation, and care for patients and staff alike. The position comes with benefits, such as health and vision insurance, PTO, paid holidays, and a 401k available soon.
Dental Assistant Responsibilities
- Work with patients to make them comfortable and prepare them for treatment.
- Preparation of dental materials, cements, composites, impression materials, and pouring up models.
- Accurately recording dental records to completely reflect the nature of the contact, the condition of the patient and the care or treatment provided.
- Educate and review dental treatment options, including billing and payment options.
- Prevention and management of dental medical emergencies.
- Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked.
- Assisting with crown adjustments.
- Operating X-ray and 3D scanning equipment for diagnostic purposes.
- Preparing and sterilizing dental instruments, materials, and equipment in accordance with infection control and biohazard protocols.
- Providing patients with information on oral health care, treatment plans, and postoperative outcomes.
- Ensuring that instruments and equipment are effectively maintained.
Nice to Have:
- Coronal polishing
- EFDA
- Sealants a plus
- Minimum of 1 year experience
Requirements:
- Comfortable with fillings, crowns, bridges, implants, partials, and denture procedures.
Benefits
- Medical and vision insurance
- Paid time off accrued
- Paid holidays
- 401k available soon
- Strong private office culture and loyal patient base
- Extremely competitive pay relating to experience
- Weekly schedule Monday – Thursday,
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $29.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $29