DENTAL ASSISTANT 2 - 03122025-66055

Job Information

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, LOCAL HEALTH DIVISION, DAVIDSON COUNTY

Working Title: School Based Dental Assistant

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Possession of current registration as a dental assistant in the State of Tennessee with Dental Radiology Certification.

Necessary Special Qualifications: Applicants for this class must have:
1. Valid Driver's License.

Overview

Under direct supervision of a licensed Dentist, performs procedures designated under the scope of practice for a registered dental assistant to include certification for exposing and developing radiographs. This is the second level class in the Dental Assistant sub-series. An employee in this class works as a chair side assistant during examination and treatment of patients and can expose and develop radiographs. This class differs from Dental Assistant 1 in that an incumbent of the latter performs duties that do not require certification for exposing and developing radiographs. This series differs from the Dental Assistant 3 in that an incumbent of the latter works as a chair side assistant during examination and treatment of patients and can expose and develop radiographs, perform coronal polishing, sealant application, and nitrous oxide monitoring.

Responsibilities

1. Prepares patients and operatories for dental procedures; performs four handed chair side assisting; and provides appropriate post treatment care and education for patients.
2. Schedules appointments, answers telephone and organizes daily schedule.
3. Reviews medical history; records patient dental conditions and treatments; and maintains chart, records and reports.
4. Exposes and prepares x-rays for review. Meets infection control and safety guidelines.
5. Compiles information from patients, parents, guardians and family members in regard to patients' health and dental needs. Compiles information from community resources concerning school transport programs and school-based referrals.
6. Provides patient education in proper oral hygiene procedures. Coordinates and develops opportunities for community outreach and oral health activities.
7. Communicates with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources.
8. Ensures compliance with federal, state and Tennessee Department of Health guidelines; inspects materials to ensure compliance with expiration dates; and maintains current dental license and certification.

Competencies (KSA's)

1. Dental Practices & Procedures
2. Customer and Personal Service
3. Clerical

1. Active Learning and Listening
2. Critical Thinking
3. Time Management
4. Service Orientation
5. Reading Comprehension

1. Deductive Reasoning
2. Rate Control
3. Problem Sensitivity
4. Control Precision
5. Multi-limb Coordination

Tools & Equipment

1. All Office Equipment (computer, fax, copier, scanner, telephone, calculator, etc.)
2. Sterilization Equipment (Autoclave)
3. Dental Instrumentation
4. Dental Hand Pieces and Accessories
5. Standard Dental Equipment

TN Driver Standards

State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications:

• A valid driver's license
• For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations.

Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.

**Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.