Dental Assistant Job at Smilodon Dental in Nashville

Smilodon Dental is a locally owned and operated dental office in East Nashville. We are like family, and we are looking to add to our team! For us, it doesn't feel like work when you're having fun, working as a team, and giving exceptional dental care to our patients'. Check out our reviews on Google to see what people are saying about us :)

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Registered Dental Assistant to join our team. As a Dental Assistant, you will play a vital role in assisting the dentist during dental procedures and ensuring the comfort and well-being of our patients. If you have the necessary skills and qualifications, we would love to hear from you.

- Prepare treatment rooms for dental procedures. Do any prep work on the patient before the doctor comes in to meet the patient.
- Have everything ready for the procedure to begin and assist the dentist during dental procedures
- Take dental x-rays, chart existing restorations.

- Assist in oral surgery and implant placement
- Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment
- Provide patients with post-operative instructions and oral hygiene education
- Maintain accurate patient records using electronic health record systems
- Perform basic laboratory tasks such as making bleaching trays
- Manage inventory of dental supplies and order new supplies as needed

-Familiarity with intra-oral scanners a plus!!

- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of an accredited dental assisting program
- X-ray certification
- Knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, and instruments
- Proficiency in dental software systems (e.g., Curve, Dentrix, Eaglesoft)
- Familiarity with infection control protocols and HIPAA regulations
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for dental assisting, we invite you to apply for this position. We can train the right individual but this person must be friendly, energetic, honest, work well with others, and dependable.

Join our AWESOME team and make a difference in the lives of our patients in this community.
Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Thank you for considering this opportunity!