Graduate/ Clinical Dental Assistant-University Faculty Practice Clinic (2803) Position Available In Shelby, Tennessee
Tallo's Job Summary: The Graduate/Clinical Dental Assistant position at the University Faculty Practice Clinic in Memphis, TN offers a full-time role with a competitive salary starting at $18.54 per hour for Graduate Dental Assistants and $19.10 per hour for Clinical Dental Assistants. Responsibilities include chairside surgical dental assistance, administrative tasks, patient counseling, x-ray procedures, and maintaining sterilization regulations. Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED, registration as a licensed dental assistant in Tennessee, and relevant certifications. Apply Now for this rewarding opportunity.
Job Description
Graduate/ Clinical Dental Assistant-University Faculty Practice Clinic (2803)
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
in Memphis, TN
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Full-Time
Salary:
Salary:
$18.54
Posted:
05/01/2025
Category:
Health and Medical Services Job Description Market Range:
05
Hiring Salary:
$18.54/Hourly (Graduate Dental Assistant) $19.10/Hourly (Clinical Dental Assistant)
JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Graduate/Clinical Dental Assistant provides chairside surgical dental assistance for faculty in the Department of Faculty Practice in the College Dentistry. This position performs administrative front desk tasks in a dental school environment. Responsibilities
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.
Maintains necessary inventory of supplies and equipment.
Assists with scheduling of patients, appointment reminders, or patient outreach
Assists with billing/coding under the direction of the supervising provider.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or GED. (TRANSCRIPT
REQUIRED
)
EXPERIENCE
No experience required (Graduate Dental Assistant); OR one (1) year experience working chairside in a dental practice (Clinical Dental Assistant). 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
Ability to work efficiently in a clinical setting.
Job Info
Job Identification 2803
Job Category Medical
Posting Date 04/30/2025, 11:40 AM
Job Schedule Full time
Locations 875 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN, 38163, US (On-site)
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admissions without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status. Eligibility and other terms and conditions of employment benefits at The University of Tennessee are governed by laws and regulations of the State of Tennessee, and this non-discrimination statement is intended to be consistent with those laws and regulations. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, The University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the University. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), ADA (disability), Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity (OED), 910 Madison Avenue, Suite 826, Memphis, Tennessee 38163, telephone at 901-448-2133 or 901-448-7382 (V/TTY available). Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity and Diversity.
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