Dental Assistant

Dr. David Elrod
Bluff, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 1/25/2024 CLOSED ON 4/2/2024

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REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT REQUIREMENTS

OFFICE BACKGROUND

At Affordable Dentures and Implants (ADI) of Bluff City, we are a Private Dental Office passionate about helping our patients find hope and confidence by getting the smile they love. We believe that a healthy, beautiful smile is not just about looking great but about feeling like your best self, giving you the courage to be the best version of you. We provide Full mouth rehabilitation by providing Surgical and Cosmetic Implant Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, and Orthodontic services.

As a growing practice, we work hard to stay on our industry's cutting-edge technology and education. Recently updated all technology in the clinic and we are excited to expand our team with talented individuals.

We place a high value on our team members, as our practice is only as effective as the team that comprises it, and we are always looking for people who will positively impact the culture of our practice. We welcome goal-oriented individuals who share our passion for service and possess a strong work ethic. Applicants must also be willing to learn and be dedicated to continued personal and professional growth and development.

TEAM POSITION OPENING

ADI-Bluff City has an opening for a Registered Dental Assistant! At our location, we provide a working environment, unlike most offices! We focus on a positive, fun, and rewarding work environment that is patient focused. Along with our standout team, we offer a very competitive compensation package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance plans, a competitive bonus structure, PTO and 401k (see below). Standout applicants for this position must be highly motivated, provide standout patient communication and be highly skilled at problem-solving. If this sounds like you and you're excited about changing lives and smiles please apply.

SCHEDULE

  • Monday - Friday 8:00 AM til 5:00 PM
  • Lunch: 12:00 - 1:00 PM

REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT REQUIREMENTS

  • Welcome Patients into our dental office
  • Prepare Patients for treatments/checkups while ensuring their comfort and confidence in our team
  • Select and set up instruments, equipment, and materials needed
  • Sterilize instruments according to regulations
  • Assist the Dentist and Hygienist
  • Undertake lab tasks as instructed
  • Provide oral hygiene and post-operative instructions
  • Keep the dental room and clinic clean and well-stocked
  • Schedule appointments
  • Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
  • Proven experience as a dental assistant
  • Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
  • Understanding of health & safety regulations
  • Ability to perform regulated non-surgical and surgical tasks
  • Good computer skills
  • Excellent communication and people skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Well-organized and reliable

Qualifications

To apply for this position, you must possess an active DA and X-ray certification, and experience in oral surgery and taking impressions for prosthetics.

You must be able to work in a high volume, fast paced office while maintaining a positive and friendly attitude.

  • High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
  • Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g., EFDA)

Benefits

Pay Range: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour

Group medical and dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, flexible spending (health and dependent care), 401(k), 9 paid holidays off, 10 days of vacation, and 5 additional PTO days

We also offer ancillary benefits to include hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness insurance options

Affordable Care is the DSO for several top dental brands including, but not limited to, Affordable Dentures & Implants, DDS Dentures Implant Solutions, and Advanced Dental Implant Centers

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.50 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Bereavement leave
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • On-the-job training
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Uniform allowance
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Experience:

  • Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $21

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