Dental Assistant - Emergency Dental of America - Nashville, TN

Join our amazing dental team as a Dental Assistant! Your positive energy and skills will make a real difference in helping patients feel comfortable and cared for. In this role, you’ll work closely with our dental professionals to provide exceptional care while keeping our office running smoothly. If you enjoy working in a friendly, fast-paced environment and take pride in helping others, this is the perfect opportunity to grow and shine! What you’ll do Responsibilities: - Provide chairside assistance to dentists during a range of procedures, including root canal therapy, extractions, impressions, and temporary crown fabrication, ensuring efficiency and patient comfort. - Maintain and update patients’ dental EMR accurately. - Maintain compliance with dental office protocols, including weekly spore testing, Quarterly waterline testing, HIPAA, and OSHA regulations, to ensure a safe and regulatory-compliant environment. - Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment to ensure a safe, sanitary, and compliant clinical environment. - Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices and provide clear postoperative care instructions to support their recovery and long-term dental health. - Work collaboratively with the dental team to ensure high-quality patient care and a seamless clinical experience. Basic qualifications Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and procedures related to general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, and more. Familiarity with medical coding and documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping. Preferred qualifications Experience with 3D scanning technology for enhanced diagnostic capabilities. Previous experience in a dental clinic setting is highly desirable. Proficiency in Dentrix or similar EMR systems is a plus. Why you’ll love it here We are dedicated to fostering an environment where our team members can thrive both professionally and personally. You’ll love working at Emergency Dental of America because we value people — both our patients and our team. Expect teamwork, support, growth, and a positive environment Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Opportunities for advancement Professional development assistance Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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