Dental Assistant 2

Details

Client Name
Tennessee Department Public Health

Job Type
Travel

Offering
Allied

Profession
Allied Health

Specialty
Dental Assistant

Job ID
35496826

Job Title
Dental Assistant 2

Weekly Pay
$934.0


Shift Details

Shift
Day - 7.5x5 - 08AM

Scheduled Hours
37


Job Order Details

Start Date
07/17/2026

End Date
06/30/2027

Duration
50 Week(s)


Job Description
Job Title: Dental Assistant 2
Profession: Dental Assistant
Specialty: Medical
Duration: 50
Shift: Regular Shift
Hours per Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Experience: Minimum Years of Experience Required
License: Current registration as a dental assistant in the Client
Certifications: Dental Radiology Certification, CPR Certification
Must-Have: Current driver's license


Description:
The Division of Community Health Services is seeking a Dental Assistant applicant.
The Dental Assistant 2 provides patient-centered dental assistant services in accordance with Provider Practice Guidelines for Dental Public Health and the Tennessee Dental Practice Act.
Applicants should be customer-focused, self-motivated, team-oriented, and willing to travel as needed throughout the region.


Key Responsibilities:
Assembles dental supplies and instruments and ensures pertinent dental exam records are available prior to patient seating.
Uses 4-handed technique while assisting dentist and disinfects operatory and sterilizes instruments after every dental patient treatment.
Provides appropriate post-treatment education for patients.
Manages and maintains equipment and supplies including autoclave, ultrasonic cleaner, and dental unit water lines.
Monitors expiration dates and prepares dental supply orders per procurement guidelines.
Exposes and prepares x-rays for review and meets infection control and safety guidelines.
Assists in completion of patient dental health records, both electronic and paper.
Ensures accomplishment of daily productivity goals in alignment with the Model Dental Clinic guidelines.
Manages priorities and individual efficiency to assist in meeting identified goals for encounters and Relative Value Units.
Collaborates with local management to address clinic flow and staffing concerns.
Maintains a positive, constructive, and cooperative work environment.


Preferred Qualifications:
Possession of certifications in coronal polishing, nitrous oxide monitoring, and dental sealant placement.


Client Details

Address
1100 England Dr

City
Cookeville

State
TN

Zip Code
38501


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