Job Information
State of Tennessee Job Information
Opening Date/Time |
03/12/2025 12:00AM Central Time |
Closing Date/Time |
04/01/2025 11:59PM Central Time |
Salary (Monthly) |
$2,555.00 - $3,832.00 |
Salary (Annually) |
$30,660.00 - $45,984.00 |
Job Type |
Full-Time |
City, State Location |
Nashville, TN |
Department |
Heath |
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
- Prepares patients and operatories for dental procedures; performs four handed chair side assisting; and provides appropriate post treatment care and education for patients.
- Schedules appointments, answers telephone and organizes daily schedule.
- Reviews medical history; records patient dental conditions and treatments; and maintains chart, records and reports.
- Exposes and prepares x-rays for review. Meets infection control and safety guidelines.
- 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.
- Provides patient education in proper oral hygiene procedures. Coordinates and develops opportunities for community outreach and oral health activities.
- Communicates with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources.
- 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)
Competencies:
- Action Oriented
- Manages Conflict
- Interpersonal Savvy
- Decision Quality
- Instills Trust
Knowledge:
- Dental Practices & Procedures
- Customer and Personal Service
- Clerical
Skills:
- Active Learning and Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Service Orientation
- Reading Comprehension
Abilities:
- Deductive Reasoning
- Rate Control
- Problem Sensitivity
- Control Precision
- Multi-limb Coordination
Tools & Equipment
- All Office Equipment (computer, fax, copier, scanner, telephone, calculator, etc.)
- Sterilization Equipment (Autoclave)
- Dental Instrumentation
- Dental Hand Pieces and Accessories
- 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.