Find & Apply For Dental Assistant Jobs in Afton, Tennessee

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assembles dental supplies and instruments and ensures pertinent dental exam records are available prior to patient seating. Uses 4-handed technique while assisting dentist and disinfects operatory and sterilizes instruments after every dental patient treatment.
• Manages and maintains equipment and supplies including autoclave, ultrasonic cleaner, and dental unit water lines. Monitors expiration dates and prepares dental supply orders per procurement guidelines.
• Ensures accomplishment of daily productivity goals in alignment with the Tennessee Department of Health Model Dental Clinic guidelines.

Manages priorities and individual efficiency to assist in meeting County Performance Plan goals for encounters and Relative Value Units. Collaborates with local management to address clinic flow and staffing concerns.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Possession of current registration as a dental assistant in the State of Tennessee with Dental Radiology Certification, Coronal Polishing Certification, Dental Sealant Application Certification and Nitrous Oxide Monitoring Certification. Applicants for this classification must have a valid driver's license.

Additional Benefits:

Comprehensive benefit package Paid time for CE Excellent work/life balance

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance

Pay:

From $34,752.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person