Graduate Dental Assistant-Operatory Job at The University of Tennessee, Memphis, TN

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  • The University of Tennessee
  • Memphis, TN

Job Description

Job Description

Market Range: 04

Hiring Salary: $18.54/Hourly

JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The Clinical Dental Assistant provides chairside assistance for faculty, residents, and DDS students in the College Dentistry. While this position will primarily be housed in the Pre-Doctoral clinic, this position works in various other clinics in the College on an as needed basis.

Responsibilities

  1. Prepares for clinical encounters with room turnover, preparation of instruments, and acquisition of appropriate supplies for surgical procedures
  2. Provides chairside clinical support throughout the procedure, including, as needed, documentation within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
  3. Counsel patients following surgical procedures and explain instructions as outlined for treatment by the doctor.
  4. Takes x-rays; exposes and processes x-ray film or process of digital images.
  5. Ensures working area, instruments, and equipment meet OSHA sterilization regulations.
  6. Performs preventive equipment maintenance and routine maintenance.
  7. Ensures emergency crash kit is properly stocked and prepared for use.
  8. Monitors and maintains safety of nitrous oxide usage.
  9. Maintains necessary inventory of supplies and equipment.
  10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)

EXPERIENCE: This is an entry level position. Must maintain registration as a licensed dental assistant in the State of Tennessee. Nitrous Oxide Monitoring and Radiology Certification required. (PROOF OF LICENSURE IS REQUIRED).

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: A Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in the State of Tennessee, with certification in radiology and nitrous oxide monitoring is required. (PROOF OF LICENSURE IS REQUIRED)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
  • Knowledge of Oral Surgery processes
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Strong computer skills (experience with an electronic health record).
  • Ability to work with a team of clinicians efficiently and positively.

WORK SCHEDULE: This position may occasionally be required to work weekends.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Weekend work,

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