What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Healthcare Assistant position at Grassy Creek Dental?
Job Overview
We are seeking a friendly and professional assistant to join our growing dental practice in Knoxville, TN. In this role, you will be the first point of contact for patients, so it is essential that you have excellent communication skills and a positive attitude. NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED! We will train you.
The typical schedule will be Tuesday-Friday 8:45am until 6 or 7pm. This is subject to change or vary.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Greet and escort patients to treatment rooms
- Review medical histories and update patient information
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care
- Address patient questions and concerns professionally
- Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA
- Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for dental procedures
- Assist the dentist chairside during examinations and procedures
- Take dental radiographs
- Perform suctioning, retraction, and instrument transfer
- Prepare dental materials (impressions, cements, composites, sealants, etc.)
- Sterilize and disinfect instruments and operatory surfaces per OSHA standards
- Maintain infection control and universal precautions
- Monitor patient comfort and provide post-operative instructions
- Document treatment and clinical notes accurately in patient records
- Maintain dental equipment and report malfunctions
- Order, stock, and organize dental supplies
- Ensure compliance with safety, infection control, and regulatory standards
Qualifications
- Able to read, write, and speak in both English and Spanish
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience working in a dental office or medical setting is preferred
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Proficient with computer software, including practice management systems and Microsoft Office (Word & Excel)
- Ability to multitask and work well under pressure
- Organized, detail-oriented, and reliable
- Ability to obtain RDA licensure
- Ability to accurately process payments, count and balance cash, perform basic mathematical calculations, and reconcile daily financial transactions
Benefits
We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including:
- Paid training
- Paid time off and holidays
- Qualifying health insurance reimbursement
- Employee discount on dental services
To apply, please submit your resume. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 42 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $19