Job TitleDental Therapist Senior/UKHCRequisition NumberRE50463Working TitleDental Therapist Senior – UK North Fork Valley Dental ClinicDepartment NameMG150: Medical Group-NFVWork LocationHazard, KYGrade Level07Salary Range$17.50-27.31/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
HS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods of time with repetive motion.
Shift
Monday – Friday, Day Shift; typically 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (40 hrs/wk)
Job Summary
This position is located off-campus in Hazard, KY at UKHC North Fork Valley Dental Clinic.
The Dental Therapist Senior will assist the dentist in 4-handed dentistry during dental procedures.
Will chart for the dentist in an electronic dental record. Will set up and break down dental operatories and properly disinfect. Will chart for the dentist in an electronic record and obtain patient medical info, vitals, prescribed digital radio graphs and help with overall patient flow. Will place sealants, temporary restorations, composites and amalgams with minimal adjustment by the dentist. Will pack cord, take opposing impressions, bite registration, fabricate temporary crowns and bridge work and pour and trim diagnostic models. Will be responsible for dental clinic equipment maintenance and keeping accurate and up-to-date logbooks including daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual tasks.
Please attach any relevant Dental Assistant certificates or certifications as a PDF under Additional Document 1
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Four handed dentistry, multi-tasking oriented, dependability, attention to detail, ability to work with children of all ages.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Technical/Skills Training + 3 years experience
Deadline to Apply07/06/2025Our University Community
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