Registered Dental Assistant

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Now is the time to join Maryville Modern Dentistry. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable experience, apply today.

Registered Dental Assistants perform a variety of patient‑care, office, and laboratory duties. The primary role of the Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) is to assist the dentist in gaining the patient’s commitment to the best possible treatment, with urgency. Key duties include assisting the dentist at the start of treatment, using x‑ray time to promote the patient’s experience, educating patients with intra‑oral pictures, applying chair‑side skills, and supporting the dentist’s diagnosis.

• Assist the dentist as necessary to gain the patient’s commitment for the best possible treatment with urgency.
• Actively participate in the Perfect Patient Experience by keeping patients focused on optimal treatment while attending to their individual needs and concerns.
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment where patients feel comfortable; prepare patients for treatment and assist doctors to provide efficient, quality dental care.
• Complete x-rays and intra‑oral pictures of patients as directed by the dentist.
• Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care as directed by the dentist.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments, equipment, and operatories in accordance with American Dental Association guidelines.
• Maintain strict compliance with state, federal, and other regulations (e.g., OSHA, WC, Dental Board, HIPAA, ADA, DOL, HR policies).

• Equivalent to a high school diploma or GED, plus state‑mandated training courses for certification, licensure, or registration.
• Current certifications/licenses/registrations required by applicable state (e.g., coronal polish, radiograph exposure, ultrasonic scaling for orthodontic procedures, pit and fissure sealant application).
• Associate degree or one‑year certificate from an accredited college or technical school, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Child care assistance
• 401(k)
• Paid time to volunteer in your local community
• Shift premium pay for eligible roles who work weekends

Compensation: $20.00 – $27.75 per hour.

PDS Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are united in our mission to create healthier and happier team members.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Health Care Provider

• Hospitals and Health Care

Location:

Alcoa, TN.