Expanded Function Dental Assistant; EFDA at Knoxville Pediatric Dentistry

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)

Join to apply for the Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) role at Specialty Dental Brands in Knoxville Pediatric Dentistry.

At Knoxville Pediatric Dentistry, we believe every child deserves a positive dental experience—and it starts with a team that truly cares. We're looking for an enthusiastic, skilled Registered Dental Assistant who loves working with kids and wants to make a lasting impact on oral health and confidence.

• Preparing patients for dental work.
• Helping with infection control by sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, setting up instrument trays, preparing materials, and assisting with dental procedures.
• Assisting Dentist with procedures when necessary.
• Recording treatment information in patient records.
• Exposing dental x-rays from dental diagnostics and caring for dental x-ray equipment.
• Giving patients information on dental hygiene, oral health care, and plaque control programs.
• Collecting and recording medical and dental histories and patient vital signs.
• Providing postoperative instructions as directed by the dentist.
• Forming preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
• Ordering dental supplies and maintaining dental equipment inventory.
• Fabricating temporary restorations and custom impressions from preliminary impressions.

• Positive, team-centered culture focused on kids and families.
• Beautiful, modern offices designed with comfort and care in mind.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k).
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off (PTO).
• Ongoing education and professional development opportunities.
• The chance to bring comfort, joy, and confidence to every child you treat.

• At least 1 year of dental assisting experience is preferred.
• Self‑motivated, organized, and have a positive attitude.
• Basic understanding of dental terminology.
• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Work well with patients and team.
• High-level customer service.

$20–$22 hourly.

Full‑time

Entry level

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