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Registered Dental Assistant

Chord Specialty Dental Partners, Columbia, TN, United States


Pay:

Starting at $18/hr
Schedule:

Monday-Thursday 7:45am - 5:00pm with 1 hour lunch. Friday's in surgery center 6:30am to 12:00pm or 9:30am-3:00pm as needed
Location:

Columbia, TN

Are you a Registered Dental Assistant who is passionate about making a difference in patients' oral health? Do you take pride in providing exceptional care and educating patients on the importance of oral hygiene?

As our RDA, you will have the opportunity to perform coronal polishing while building rapport with our young patients.

We want you to bring your passion, skills, and drive to help patients achieve beautiful smiles and better health while creating “wow” experiences at every visit!

Responsibilities
Must be able to work in a pediatric, child-friendly environment
Review all hygiene patient charts including reason and necessity of visit, medical history, and x-ray requirement
Verify patient information with parent or guardian, according to HIPAA privacy standards
Have coronal polishing certification – we can provide a sealant course
Verify the patient has consent for treatment from parent or guardian
Advise parent or guardian what to expect in the visit and address any concerns
Chart all existing/missing teeth, existing restorations, and/or dental procedures
Obtain all x-rays necessary in the best quality possible
Maintain accurate clinical notes of each visit
Clean and sterilize all instruments following OSHA and company standards. This includes scrubbing instruments, packing the instruments, and processing them through the statim or autoclave sterilizer
Must maintain Dental Assisting License in good standing and complete the CE credits required by state

Qualifications
Current State of TN RDA License
Current CPR Healthcare Provider Certification
Polishing and Radiology Certification

What We Offer
Medical and Vision Insurance – eligible starting the first month after you join
Dental Coverage – with $0 premium
401(k) Plan with Company Match
Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
Employee Referral Program – earn rewards for bringing talented individuals to our team
Exclusive employee discounts on restaurants, travel, movies, and more
Pet Insurance
Cutting-edge technology and training
Life and disability insurance options

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