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Clinical Dental Assistant-Operatory ( 2 Openings)

university of tennesseeMemphis, TN

yesterday

Occupations

Dental AssistantsDental HygienistsHealthcare Support Workers, All Other

Industries

Offices of DentistsDental Equipment and Supplies ManufacturingOffices of All Other Miscellaneous Health Practitioners

$19.10 per hour

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Job Description: Market Range: 05 Hiring Salary: $19.10/HourlyJOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:The Clinical Dental Assistant provides chairside surgical dental assistance for faculty, residents, and DDS students in the College of Dentistry.
Responsibilities:
  • Assists the operator at the dental chair; arranges instruments, materials, and medications on the prepared tray and aids the dental operator (dental student/faculty).Provides chairside support throughout the procedure
  • Takes x-rays; exposes and processes x-ray film or processes digital images
  • Ensures working area, instruments, and equipment meet OSHA sterilization regulations.
  • Performs preventive equipment maintenance and routine maintenance.
  • Updates and upgrades the emergency crash kit.
  • Monitors and maintains the safety of nitrous oxide usage.
  • Assists with scheduling of patients, appointment reminders, or patient outreach.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
QualificationsMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION:High School Diploma or GED. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of experience working in a dental office or dental laboratory. 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). (Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) with the Dental Assistant National Board Certification (DANB) is preferred. Graduate of CODA accredited school preferred.)
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: A Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in the State of Tennessee, with certification in radiology and nitrous oxide monitoring is required. CDA (DANB) certification preferred. (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 in an efficiently and positively.
WORK SCHEDULE: This position may occasionally be required to work weekends.

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JOB OVERVIEW

Salary

$19.10 per hour

Experience level

Mid

Location

Memphis, TN

Occupation

Dental Assistants

Industry

Offices of Dentists

Posted

yesterday

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