Registered Dental Assistant

Elite Dental Care • Trenton, TN

22d • Onsite

About The Position

Elite Dental Care is seeking an energetic, detail-oriented, and patient-focused Registered Dental Assistant to join its Trenton, Tennessee office. The role works alongside dentists to provide high-quality clinical treatment, support efficient patient flow, and uphold safety and care standards. The practice describes its environment as modern, welcoming, supportive, and team-oriented, with proven systems and an emphasis on clinical excellence, accountability, continued professional growth, and positive team culture.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of active, chairside dental assisting experience.
• Active Tennessee Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license with Nitrous Oxide certification.
• Tennessee Radiology Certification.
• Active CPR/BLS certification.
• Proficiency in four-handed dentistry, digital radiography, dental software systems, and infection-control protocols.
• Strong interpersonal skills, a reliable work ethic, attention to detail, a positive attitude, and commitment to exemplary patient care.

Nice To Haves

• General dentistry experience is preferred.
• Coronal Polishing certification is preferred; candidates without it must be willing to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist chairside during restorative, cosmetic, and surgical procedures using four-handed dentistry techniques.
• Welcome patients, review health histories, explain procedures, help ease anxiety, and provide post-operative care instructions.
• Prepare, sanitize, and stock treatment rooms before and after procedures in compliance with OSHA, CDC, and HIPAA guidelines.
• Take digital X-rays and intraoral photographs as directed by the doctor.
• Prepare clinical documentation and notes; take impressions; pour and trim models; and accurately manage lab cases.
• Use digital scanning technology for prosthetics.
• Participate in morning huddles, communicate proactively with front-office staff, and support team flow throughout the day.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Dental benefits and employee discounts.
• 401(k) retirement savings options.
• Uniform allowance.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• Structured, team-oriented work environment with supportive leadership and opportunities for professional advancement.
• Competitive hourly compensation commensurate with experience and skill set.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed