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Dr. Adam Thompson
Dental Clinical Assistant
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What they do
A Dental Assistant assists dentists in caring for patient's teeth. Helps patients get ready for treatment; prepares equipment and supplies. May perform some dental procedures under the direction of a dentist, such as fluoride application, if allowed under state regulations. Works in dental offices.
$43,469 / year median in Kentucky
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Come join our team as a Dental Assistant! This position is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to do what YOU love and get paid to do it! You will enjoy a fulfilling career like no other and will play a vital role in changing the lives of our patients. Together with our experienced dentists and lab professionals, you can be part of delivering life-changing tooth replacement care to hundreds of thousands of patients every year. If this sounds like what you are looking for, we would love to hear from you!
Benefits:
We care about our employees and understand the hard work that goes into providing the best-in-class patient care. You will be provided the training needed to provide you with the support you need to do your job well. Additional benefits include , group medical and dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, flexible spending (health and dependent care), 401(k) and profit sharing, 9 paid holidays off, 10 days of vacation, and 5 additional PTO days. We also offer ancillary benefits to include hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness insurance options.Responsibilities:
The Dental Assistant will support the dentist, and team, in providing quality patient care within the scope of state regulations. You will set-up and breakdown rooms, take and develop x-rays, offer chairside support, take impressions, and provide the patient with post-op instructions and care. The Dental Assistant will also assist with presenting and discussing treatment plans, sterilize and maintain instruments, equipment, and general spaces providing a clean and professional environment. Additional duties include contacting patients via phone and email, scheduling patients, and some lab processing among other duties as assigned.Qualifications:
To apply for this position, you must possess an active DA and X-ray certification , and experienced in oral surgery and taking impressions for prosthetics. You must be able to work in a high volume, fast paced office while maintaining a positive and friendly attitude.COVID-19
Precaution(s): Personal protective equipment provided or required Temperature screenings Social distancing guidelines in place Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in placeWork Remotely No Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$17.00 - $22.00 per hourBenefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insuranceEducation:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)Experience:
Dental Assisting:
1 year (Preferred)License/Certification:
X-Ray Certification (Required) Registered Dental Assistant (Preferred) Ability toRelocate:
Lexington, KY 40509: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Employee Stock Options (ESOs)
- Health Insurance