Part-Time Dental Assistant

SUMMARY:

Children's Dentistry of Knoxville is looking to hire a Part-Time Dental Assistant who is excited about a fun and rewarding career in the Pediatric Dental field! This position will be scheduled to work Tuesdays and Fridays from 7:50 am-4:30 pm at our Farragut office.  

WHO WE ARE: 

Children’s Dentistry of Knoxville is about relationships. We believe in doing things the right way, in a safe environment, so that we can earn your trust. Our goal is to establish a great relationship with your child and with your family. If we keep things that simple, then we can make a visit to our office something your child enjoys. Whether your child needs preventative or restorative dental care, we go the extra mile to make sure our patients can enjoy a friendly, upbeat visit and leave with healthy teeth and a big smile.

Visit our website: https://childrensdentistryofknoxville.com/ to learn more

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Someone who graduated from an accredited dental assisting program.  
• A great communicator that wants to make a difference in our patients care.
• Someone who thrives in a busy environment and is a team player.
• Eagerness to learn and provide extraordinary care to our patients.
• Previous Oral Surgery experience a plus!
    

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the dentist during generalized pediatric dental procedures, including general anesthesia.
• Clean the patient’s teeth.
• Fluoride application
• Take, expose and develop digital radiographs (bitewings, panoramic).
• Provide hygiene and diet education.
• Take impressions.
• Schedule follow-up exams.
• Review schedule to make sure appointments are scheduled appropriately.
• Set-up and tear down dental chairs and operatory rooms.
• Parents consults-discuss treatment plans.
• Clean and sterilize instruments.
• Lab work.
• Restock supplies in rooms and sterilization area.
• Infection control & maintenance of OSHA guidelines.
• Participate in marketing endeavors 
• Write letters to be sent to referrals. 

We offer a fun and fast-paced work environment with flexible work hours and competitive salaries.

CDOK participates in E-Verify.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.