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Chord Specialty Dental Partners
Orthodontic Assistant
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A Dental Assistant assists dentists in caring for patient's teeth. Helps patients get ready for treatment; prepares equipment and supplies. May perform some dental procedures under the direction of a dentist, such as fluoride application, if allowed under state regulations. Works in dental offices.
$41,739 / year median in Tennessee
+22% projected growth
Job Description
Orthodontic Assistant Chord Specialty Dental Partners - 2.8 Murfreesboro, TN Job Details Full-time From $19 an hour 6 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Qualifications Chairside assisting CPR Certification BLS Certification Working with pediatric populations High school diploma or GED Registered Dental Assistant Dental x-ray Pediatric dentistry Healthcare Provider Certification Radiology Certification Full Job Description Are you ready to work in a practice where every child is treated with compassion, every family feels welcomed, and every visit is designed to create a positive dental experience. At Cumberland Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, we believe that empathy, teamwork, and exceptional patient care are at the heart of everything we do. As a proud afilliate of Chord Specialty Dental Partners, you'll have the support, resources, and opportunities needed to thrive while helping us deliver outstanding care to the communities we serve. How does this shape your job experience? We combine our individuality and child-centered dental expertise to practice group dentistry to create healthy smiles and positive experiences that last a lifetime. By working together as one team, we provide compassionate, high-quality care tailored to the unique needs of every child and family. Must be able to work in a pediatric, child-friendly environment Review all hygiene patient charts including; reason and necessity of visit, medical history, and x-ray requirement Verify patient information with parent or guardian, according to HIPAA privacy standards Verify the patient has consent for treatment from parent or guardian Advise parent or guardian what to expect in the visit and address any concerns Charting all existing/missing teeth, existing restorations, and/or dental procedures Obtaining all x-rays necessary in the best quality possible Maintaining accurate clinical notes of each visit Clean and sterilize all instruments following OSHA and company standards. This includes; scrubbing instruments, packing the instruments and processing them through the statim or autoclave sterilizer Must maintain Dental Assisting License in good standing and complete the CE Credits required by state Current State of TN RDA License Radiology Certification 1 year of previous chairside experience High school diploma or equivalent