Dental Assistant Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nashville/jobs/newprint/5201612) Apply  Dental Assistant Salary $22.12 Hourly Location Nashville, TN Job Type Full Time Health Civil Service Job Number HEA08282 Division Health Opening Date 01/15/2026 Closing Date 2/6/2026 12:00 AM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions Position Description Do you thrive on educating patients on exceptional oral health habits? The MPHD Lentz Dental Clinic is currently looking for a patient-oriented and motivated Dental Assistant to help us provide dental care for children. We serve TennCare patients and use a sliding fee scale for patients without insurance or other means to pay for services. We also provide preventive dental services to children in selected schools in Davidson County. If you have any questions about this position please contact MPHD HR at (615)-340-5640. Typical Duties + Greet and assist patients with registration process and forms. + Interview patients regarding dental problems and obtain medical and dental history. + Take dental radiographs as needed. + Assist dentist during examination and treatment (arrange lights, hold mirrors, supply proper instruments, mix solutions and materials, and provide other supplies as needed). + Provide assistance in either the reception area or in treating rooms as needed. + Clean and sterilize dental instruments and equipment, and perform daily, weekly and monthly office duties. + Provide patient education within the Lentz Dental Clinic, and throughout Davidson County as needed. + Maintain a clean and orderly work area. + Perform related clerical duties as needed, i.e. maintain patient files, and all other dental software used in office. + Occasional travel within Davidson County. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED; One (1) year of experience as a Dental Assistant in an approved dental program. Registered by the Tennessee Board of Dentistry or certified by the American Dental Assistant Association in oral assistance and the taking and processing of x-rays. Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply, however at the present time MPHD is not sponsoring individuals through any of the US Government’s employment-based immigration programs. MPHD seeks to be a socially and culturally responsive organization that acknowledges and addresses historical and current inequities in our public health promotion and practice. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to work with multicultural communities. Valid class “D” driver’s license, use of personal vehicle, and maintenance of valid personal vehicle insurance as required by Tennessee Law. Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities + Coronal polishing, sealant placements, and nitrous oxide monitoring + certified preferred + -Bilingual preferred + -Knowledgeable with Eaglesoft dental management system preferred Full-time, Civil Service positions - 10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service) 1 Sick Day per month 12 Paid Holidays per year Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions - 20 vacation days per year 3 Personal days per year 1 Sick Day per month 12 paid holidays per year Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information. Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered. 01 What is your highest level of education? + Less than High School or GED + High School or GED + Nursing Diploma + Associates Degree + Bachelors Degree + Advanced Degree 02 Are you registered by the Tennessee Board of Dentistry or certified by the American Dental Assistant Association in oral assistance and the taking and processing of x-rays ? + Yes + No 03 How many years of experience as a Dental Assistant in an approved dental program do you have ? + Less than a year + 1-2 years + 2-4 years + More than 2 years 04 I understand that all related work history/experience, education, certifications and/or licenses must be reflected on my application for this position. I further understand that an incomplete or misleading application may result in disqualification. + Yes Required Question Employer Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County Address Human Resources Division 700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201 Nashville, Tennessee, 37210 Phone (615) 862-6640 Website https://www.nashville.gov/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email