Registered Dental Assistant - Health Centers - Full-Time

Erlanger Health System • Chattanooga, TN

118d

About The Position

Assist the dentist in carrying out all dental procedures. This includes attending to patients, sterilizing instruments, cleaning the work area, performing office tasks, and fulfilling any other duties necessary for the smooth operation of the dental clinic. Candidates must possess strong communication skills and be able to follow both oral and written instructions effectively. This position involves a team-based approach to care. Team members are trained to meet the highest standards of practice according to the guidelines of the states of Tennessee and Georgia. They are assigned specific roles and responsibilities to coordinate care for patients and to support patients, families, and caregivers in self-management, self-efficacy, and behavior change. Additionally, team members are responsible for managing the practice's patient population. They also participate in the practice's quality improvement processes and performance evaluations.

Requirements

• One-year dental assistant program or equivalent.
• Registered Dental Assistant (Tennessee)
• Radiology Certification

Nice To Haves

• Prior experiences are helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Preparing patient operatories: Setting up treatment rooms with necessary instruments and supplies.
• Assisting During Procedures: Chairside clinical assisting in surgical and straightforward extractions, restorations, etc.
• Radiography: The ability to take effective X-rays intra-oral and extra-oral the clinic relies heavily on this skill daily.
• Sterilizing and Disinfecting: Ensuring a sterile environment by properly sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, equipment, and treatment areas and following existing clinic protocols.
• Educating Patients: Providing patients with information on relevant home care and post-procedure instructions.
• Record Keeping: Working with Electronic dental records and Updating patient charts, including medical and dental histories, medication, pharmacy details, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Scheduling: Scheduling clinical follow-up appointments as necessary.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees