Dental Clinic Assistant
$40k - $45kTennessee State University
Posting Details Position Information
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 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:
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. 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. Quick Link
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 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
- 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
- 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
- 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.
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. 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. Quick Link
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