Job TitleDental HygienistRequisition NumberRE49428Working TitleDepartment Name7A830:Division of Adult DentistryWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level44Salary Range$21.06-33.69/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
AS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Hygienist License
Physical Requirements
Constant repetitive motion.
Shift
Monday–Friday Day Shift (Typically 8:00am – 5:00pm).
Job Summary
The person in this position will perform Dental Hygiene duties with patients at KY Clinic Adult Dentistry. This will include performing prophylaxis and polishing, periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planning, patient assessment of hard and soft tissues, periodontal exams, applying fluoride varnish and sealants, as ordered by dentist, and taking radiographs. The person in this position will also provide additional clinical support and provide patient record documentation.
A more realistic starting pay rate for Dental Hygienists will be $32 per hour, with the potential for a higher rate. All pay rates will be commensurate of candidate’s education and experience.
UK Benefits
The University of Kentucky is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to attract and retain top-tier faculty and staff. In addition to competitive pay, the benefits package includes:
- A 200% match on eligible retirement contributions.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Tuition benefits for courses at UK.
- And much more.
To learn more about these benefits, please visit: UK Benefits.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Must have excellent clinical dental hygiene skills, and ability to work with mentally, medically and physically complex patients. MS Office, Dental Hygienist License, Attention to Detail, Team-Oriented, Knowledge of Medicaid Insurance, proficient in health records.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Licensed Dental Hygienist with pediatric experience preferred. Must be good with children.
Deadline to Apply05/08/2025Our University Community
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