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Dental Assistant

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Big Sandy Health Care, Inc.

Inez, KY (In Person)

$25,022 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 3 days ago (Updated 17 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/20/2026

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Job Description

Dental Assistant 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars Inez, KY 41224 $12.03 an hour - Full-time Big Sandy Health Care, Inc. 2 reviews $12.03 an hour - Full-time
DENTAL ASSISTANT SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Sets up instrument tray according to procedures to be performed. Escorts patients from reception area to treatment room and seats patient Takes patient' vital signs as required. Reviews health history, charts notes, and enters information into electronic dental record. Performs oral post treatment and provides patient instructions. Takes diagnostic x-ray images (certification required). Assists the dentist at chair by performing activities including, but not limited to, passing and receiving instruments, oral evacuation and retraction and preparation of materials. Assists in providing prevention education to the patient. Assists with or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse developments during treatment of patients. Assists with prophylaxis on patients. Prepares lab boxes and labels for mailing. Maintains and sterilizes all equipment and instruments. May participate in community and school activities. Makes appointments and handles cancellations as needed. Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent Minimum of six (6) months of clinical or dental experience, or a comparable combination of education and experience. Ability to demonstrate manual dexterity. Must demonstrate willingness to learn various dental instruments. Must be willing to attend workshops and training sessions. Must be able to demonstrate willingness to work with patients in a friendly and professional manner.