Dental Assistant - Mount Juliet

MORTON DENTAL GROUP•Mount Juliet, TN

5d•$23 - $28

About The Position

Morton Dental Group is hiring a Dental Assistant for its Mount Juliet office. The role supports dentists with clinical procedures, patient care, office organization, and efficient schedule flow in a team-oriented environment. The office uses modern dental technology and digital workflows, and provides consistent schedules with no nights or weekends. The Dental Assistant prepares instruments, materials, anesthetic setups, equipment, and operatories; assists with a range of dental procedures; takes diagnostic radiographs; supports digital imaging and intraoral scanning where applicable; and maintains sterilization, infection-control, documentation, and inventory standards. The role also helps patients feel informed and comfortable, supports communication and handoffs, and contributes to a professional, positive, and productive team culture.

Requirements

Current Dental Assistant certification or licensure as required by state regulations.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
Reliable attendance and punctuality.
Professional appearance and demeanor.
Knowledge of infection-control and sterilization protocols.
Strong attention to detail and operational awareness.

Nice To Haves

Prior dental assisting experience.
Experience with four-handed dentistry.
Experience with dental practice management software.
Expanded Functions certification, if applicable.
Experience assisting with multiple dental specialties or procedures.
Experience in high-volume or fast-paced dental offices.

Responsibilities

Assist dentists during procedures using four-handed dentistry.
Prepare instruments, materials, anesthetic setups, and equipment for procedures.
Set up and break down operatories according to scheduled treatment.
Support restorative, crown and bridge, implant, cosmetic, surgical, and specialty procedures as needed.
Take diagnostic radiographs according to clinical protocols and state regulations.
Assist with intraoral scanning, digital workflows, and imaging technology when applicable.
Sterilize instruments, operatories, and equipment according to OSHA and infection-control standards.
Keep treatment rooms organized, stocked, and procedure-ready throughout the day.
Maintain accurate chart notes, treatment documentation, and patient records.
Assist appropriately with lab cases, impressions, temporaries, and clinical materials.
Monitor clinical inventory and communicate supply needs proactively.
Support smooth patient handoffs between clinical and administrative departments.
Maintain familiarity with emergency protocols and patient-safety procedures.
Participate in Morning Huddle prepared to review the day’s schedule.
Support schedule flow and help minimize delays.
Help patients feel calm, informed, comfortable, and cared for during treatment.
Communicate professionally and empathetically with patients and families.
Provide post-operative instructions and patient education as directed by dentists.
Support a welcoming, organized, and positive clinical environment.
Maintain professionalism and composure during stressful or complex situations.
Contribute positively to office culture and team morale.
Demonstrate accountability, reliability, and professionalism.
Support operational efficiency and schedule productivity.
Anticipate dentist and patient needs proactively.
Demonstrate organization and attention to detail.
Support teammates and office initiatives positively.
Remain coachable, adaptable, and growth-minded; avoid gossip, negativity, or divisive workplace behavior.