Travel Dental Assistant - $658 per week in Rockwood, TN

Dental Assistant
Location: Rockwood, TN
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $658 per week
Shift Information: 5 days x 7 hours
Contract Duration: 52 Weeks
Start Date: 8/24/2026

About the Position

Job Title: Dental Assistant 2 Profession: Dental Assistant Specialty: Medical Duration: 52 weeks Shift: Regular Shift Hours per Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Experience: Minimum Years of Experience Required License: Current dental license required Certifications: Certification for exposing and developing radiographs required Must-Have: - Ability to perform chairside assisting during examination and treatment of patients - Capability to expose and develop radiographs - Knowledge of infection control and safety guidelines Description: Under direct supervision of a licensed Dentist, performs procedures designated under the scope of practice for a registered dental assistant. This is the second level class in the Dental Assistant sub-series. An employee in this class works as a chairside assistant during examination and treatment of patients. This class differs from Dental Assistant 1, as the incumbent of the latter performs duties that do not require certification for exposing and developing radiographs. This series differs from Dental Assistant 3, as the incumbent of the latter performs coronal polishing, sealant application, and nitrous oxide monitoring in addition to chairside assisting. Prepares patients and operatories for dental procedures. Performs four-handed chairside assisting and provides appropriate post-treatment care and education for patients. Schedules appointments, answers telephone calls, and organizes daily schedule. Reviews medical history and records patient dental conditions and treatments. Maintains patient charts, records, and reports. Exposes and prepares x-rays for review. Compiles information from patients, parents, guardians, and family members regarding patients' health and dental needs. Compiles information from community resources concerning school transport programs and school-based referrals. Provides patient education in proper oral hygiene procedures. Coordinates and develops opportunities for community outreach and oral health activities. Communicates with external parties, representing the organization to customers, the public, and government. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local health guidelines. Inspects materials to ensure compliance with expiration dates. Maintains current dental license and certification.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• BLS
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam