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Dental Assistant Memphis Family and Cosmetic Dentistry Memphis, TN Job Details Full-time $17 - $22 an hour 21 hours ago Benefits Dental insurance Paid time off Employee discount Qualifications Spanish HIPAA compliance Dental assisting OSHA In-person customer service HIPAA Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise Patient interaction Clinical confidentiality policies Full Job Description About the Practice Memphis Family & Cosmetic Dentistry is a modern, growing dental practice located at 845 S Highland St in Memphis, TN. Under the leadership of Dr. Brennan Hansen, we provide a full range of dental services including general dentistry, cosmetic procedures, dental implants, and emergency care. We serve a diverse patient population including a significant number of Spanish-speaking patients, and we are looking for a skilled, motivated Dental Assistant to join our team full-time. Position Overview The Dental Assistant plays a critical role in delivering exceptional patient care by supporting the dentist chairside, maintaining a smooth clinical workflow, and ensuring patients feel comfortable and informed throughout their visit. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and able to communicate warmly with patients of diverse backgrounds. Prior dental assisting experience is required. Bilingual English/Spanish candidates are strongly preferred given our patient demographics. Key Responsibilities Assist the dentist chairside during a wide range of procedures including examinations, restorations, extractions, implant placement, and cosmetic treatments Prepare and maintain treatment rooms, set up trays, position patients, and ensure all instruments and materials are ready prior to each procedure Take and process dental radiographs as directed by the supervising dentist Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment following OSHA and infection control protocols Record treatment information, patient histories, and clinical notes accurately in the practice management software (Open Dental) Communicate treatment instructions and post-procedure care to patients clearly and compassionately, with bilingual communication strongly preferred for Spanish-speaking patients Assist with patient scheduling, chart preparation, and front office support as needed Maintain inventory of dental supplies and assist with ordering as directed Support a positive, professional, and team-oriented clinic environment Required Qualifications Prior dental assisting experience is required, with hands-on chairside experience in a dental practice Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume clinical environment Strong understanding of infection control, OSHA standards, and HIPAA compliance Excellent chairside manner and patient communication skills Proficiency with dental practice management software (Open Dental, Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or similar) or ability to learn quickly Reliable, punctual, and professional in appearance and conduct Preferred Qualifications Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred due to significant Spanish-speaking patient population Experience assisting with dental implant procedures, full-arch cases, or oral surgery Tennessee Expanded Functions certification in restorative or prosthetic procedures Experience with intraoral scanning (iTero, Medit, or similar) DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential Compensation & Benefits Competitive hourly pay commensurate with experience Full-time schedule, Monday through Saturday (Saturday hours vary) Paid time off Professional development support including continuing education

Pay:

$17.00 - $22.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 - 60.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Paid time off

Work Location:

In person