Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - Twin Lakes Dental Associates - Camden, TN

We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. We are a large fast paced complete digital practice so multitasking and teamwork with coworkers are a must. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible. Responsibilities Welcome customers in the dental office Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed Sterilize instruments according to regulations Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry Undertake lab tasks as instructed Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked Learn and work in front office areas when needed Schedule appointments Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures Travel to work in both our Paris, TN and Camden, TN office locations Skills Proven experience as a registered dental assistant Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Understanding of health & safety regulations Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus Good computer skills Excellent communication and people skills Attention to detail Well-organized and reliable graduate from an accredited dental assistant school Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA) Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee discount Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Uniform allowance Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: Dental Assisting: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: X-Ray Certification (Preferred) Coronal Polish Certificate (Preferred) Nitrous Oxide Certification (Preferred) Registered Dental Assistant license (Required) Work Location: In person

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