Careers
Dental Assistant
Job description
Dental Assistant – Full Time
Are you a Registered Dental Assistant with a servant’s heart looking to make a meaningful impact? Partner with Healing Hands Health, a nonprofit, community-supported, Christian clinic, and use your skills to serve patients who might otherwise go without care. We deliver high-quality dental care to underserved individuals across Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia – with compassion and purpose. Join a mission-driven team focused on whole-person care and help bring healthy smiles and restored lives to our community.
Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to help make the office operate as smoothly as possible. This position will be 36-40 hours per week. It is Monday through Friday approximately 8 am to 5 pm with an hour lunch break. Most Fridays will only be a half day of work.
Responsibilities
Welcome patients to the dental office
Prepare patients for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
Select and set up instruments, equipment, and materials needed
Sterilize instruments according to regulations
Assist the dentists through 4-handed dentistry
Undertake lab tasks as instructed
Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Keep the dental rooms clean and well-stocked
Schedule appointments
Maintain accurate patient records
Properly chart patient information and coordinate with front office staff to be sure Medicaid can be properly billed and that preauthorization is performed when necessary
Skills
Proven experience as a dental assistant
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Good computer skills, knowledge of Eaglesoft is a plus
Previous experience caring for adult Medicaid Patients preferred
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and dependable
Registered Dental Assistant in the State of Tennessee preferred
Maintain CPR certification and Continuing Education Credits
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends
Ability to Commute:
Bristol, TN 37620 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Bristol, TN 37620: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
To learn more or apply email Corey Smith at corey@healinghandshealth.org
RMA/CMA
Job description
Registered/Certified Medical Assistant – Full Time
Are you a compassionate and motivated Medical Assistant looking to positively impact patients’ lives? We are seeking a Registered or Certified Medical Assistant (RMA/CMA) to join our dedicated care team. In this full-time role, you will be at the heart of patient care—balancing hands-on clinical responsibilities with vital administrative support to ensure every patient receives high-quality, compassionate service. If you’re detail-oriented, passionate about helping others, and eager to join a mission-driven team making a difference every day, we would love to meet you!
Responsibilities
Clinical Duties
· Greet patients and visitors in a friendly and professional manner
· Prepare patients for examinations, and obtain and document vital signs, medical histories, and chief complaints
· Assist providers with examinations, procedures, and treatments as instructed
· Perform basic laboratory tests and collect specimens (e.g., blood, urine)
· Administer medications and immunizations as directed
· Maintain clean and stocked exam rooms and clinical areas
· Follow infection control and safety procedures
· Required to safeguard the confidentiality of patients’ health information maintained in any form including medical records, electronic systems, oral or written communications
Administrative Duties
· Schedule patient appointments and provide back up for the Front Office Coordinator, as needed
· Document patient information accurately in the electronic health record (EHR), including patient enrollment documents
· Responsible for EHR in basket assignments
· Support care coordination and patient follow-up including referrals and scheduling imaging testing. Import all results from EPIC daily and assign to appropriate provider
· Oversee medical laboratory by stocking supplies, keeping inventory, and complete control for POCT equipment
· Assist Medical Manager with grant funded programs, and community health fair.
· Provide education and resources to patients in a respectful and clear manner
· Responsible for processing Patient Assistance Program applications, including new requests and re-enrollments
· Manage patient assistance medication inventory in the medication room
· Communicate as necessary with patients and providers regarding eligibility to receive medications
· Coordinates re-orders and refill requests of patient medications
· Produce reports by collecting and summarizing information from the pharmacy connection and electronic health records
Skills and Knowledge Required
Education & Experience:
· High school diploma or equivalent
· Successful completion of a Medical Assisting training program from an accredited vocational institution, or community college
· Current documentation of a National Certification for the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
· Clinic nursing experience, including phlebotomy skills preferred
Skills & Competencies:
· Knowledge of medical terminology and general pharmacy terminology
· Knowledge of Microsoft products, Excel experience preferred, but will train
· Ability to use electronic health record system
· Effective organizational and problem-solving skills
· Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently
· Good interpersonal skills
· Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written
Pay Range
· $16 - $19 per hour depending on experience
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends
Ability to Commute:
Bristol, TN 37620 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Bristol, TN 37620: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
To learn more email Corey Smith at corey@healinghandshealth.org