Graduate Dental Assistant-Kingsport Dental Clinic (Kingsport, TN)
Job details
- Location
- Kingsport or Tennessee
- Work type
- Onsite
- Posted
- Apr 24, 2026
- Apply on
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About this role
THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN KINGSPORT, TN
Market Range: 04
Hiring Salary: $18.54/Hourly
JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The Clinical Dental Assistant provides chairside assistance for faculty, residents, and DDS students in the College of Dentistry. While this position will primarily be housed in the pre-doctoral clinic, this position works in various other clinics in the College on an as needed basis.
Responsibilities
- Prepares for clinical encounters with room turnover, preparation of instruments, and acquisition of appropriate supplies for surgical procedures.
- Provides chairside clinical support throughout the procedure, including, as needed, documentation within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
- Counsel patients following surgical procedures and explain instructions as outlined for treatment by the doctor.
- Takes x-rays; exposes and processes x-ray film or process of digital images.
- Ensures working area, instruments, and equipment meet OSHA sterilization regulations.
- Performs preventive equipment maintenance and routine maintenance.
- Ensures emergency crash kit is properly stocked and prepared for use.
- Monitors and maintains safety of nitrous oxide usage.
- Maintains necessary inventory of supplies and equipment.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or GED. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
EXPERIENCE:
This is an entry-level position. Must maintain registration as a licensed dental assistant in the State of Tennessee. Nitrous Oxide Monitoring and Radiology Certification required. (PROOF OF LICENSURE IS REQUIRED).
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:
A Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in the State of Tennessee, with certification in radiology and nitrous oxide monitoring, is required. (PROOF OF LICENSURE IS REQUIRED)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of oral surgery processes.
- Strong communication skills.
- Strong computer skills (experience with an electronic health record).
- Ability to work with a team of clinicians efficiently and positively.
WORK SCHEDULE: This position may occasionally be required to work evenings.