Dental Clinic Assistant

Position Title Dental Clinic Assistant Division College of Health Sciences Department Dental Hygiene Number of hours per week 37.5 Days to be worked Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Months per year Fiscal (12 months) If modified, list months Job Type Full-Time Campus Main Campus If other location, please indicate Position Number 008340 Advertised Salary $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Job Description

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Tennessee State University Department of Dental Hygiene invites applications for Dental Clinic Assistant. This position will serve as a member of the administrative team and will work closely with Coordinator of Clinics and students. Interact with academic team as they develop and implement the curriculum for students.

Job responsibilities include the following:

Sterilization Area:

• Control daily processing of student instruments (Autoclave/ Magnaclave)
• Quality Assurance (Spore testing, OSHA monitoring, etc.)
• Monitor/supervise student clinicians during clinic rotation in this area

Clinic Area:

• Control daily management/maintenance of equipment:
• Initiate weekly checklist assessment of operatory/chair (i.e. Assess traps for changing, fill distilled water bottles as needed check all chairs for shutdown protocol)
• Report abuse of equipment or facilities to the coordinator of clinics and the program director
• Coordinate housekeeping with University personnel.
• Aid in maintaining the security of the clinical facility (Ensure all doors are locked in key areas at end of day)
• Monitor/supervise student clinicians during their clinical rotation in this area

X-ray Area:

• Maintain quarterly Dosimeter Badges For Freshman/Sophomore Students
• Dispense and Track all Digital X-ray Plates
• Initiate (am start-up) Image XL, Digital Processors (maintained by NashvilleDental/Henry Schein)
• Initiate and Maintain Darkroom Processor
• Maintain Quality Assurance documentation for this area
• Monitor/supervise student clinicians during their clinical rotation in this area

Office Management System (Exan, A2):

• Order supplies and equipment using SciQuest/Maintain inventory using A2
• Keep supplies stocked in appropriate areas (e.g., film in x-ray cubicles, hand soap at sinks, change disinfectants as needed, etc.)
• Review instrument and equipment lists with leads for submission prior to the beginning of each semester.

REQUIRED:Certified Dental Assistant

Preferred Experience: 3 to 5 year's

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of courses involving dental assisting and equipment maintenance. Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) preferred.

Knowledge of modern dental office practices, procedures, and equipment. Knowledge of business English and arithmetic. Ability to keep records and make reports. Ability to evaluate situations and make decisions. Ability to establish and follow a routine maintenance schedule of dental equipment. Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the public and other employees.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.

Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.

An unofficial transcript may be attached in the "Transcript" section.

You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided. xywuqvp


Open Date 04/02/2026 Close Date Job Category Administrative/Professional Requisition Number Benefits

Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.

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