（Part-time） Pediatric Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) job at Associated Children's Dentistry | Goodlettsville

Following is a general list of duties and responsibilities required of a Dental Assistant:

· Prepare clinical area for dental cleanings and/or examinations, including sterilizing and disinfecting chairs and instruments, setting up instrument trays and preparing materials
· Taking and developing dental X-rays
· Discussing and collecting patient medical history to understand potential areas for dental concerns
· Providing patients with instructions on oral care following dental treatment
· Education patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to perpetuate and maintain optimal oral health
· Creating dental impressions for study casts
· Maintaining dental supply and equipment inventory
· Cleaning clinical area on a rotating schedule
· Maintain a patient-focused mentality, fostering a welcoming environment for pediatric patients, ensuring patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental appointments
· Additional tasks, as needed by management

Work Hours:

• Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts

Minimum Requirements

· Certification or associate degree from an accredited dental assistance program
· Dental x-ray certification
· High school diploma (or equivalent)

· Experience using Windows-based computer for data entry
· Professional written and verbal communication skills
· Ability to provide great patient care