Job TitleDental Assistant I/DNT/UKHCRequisition NumberRE51140Working TitleDental Assistant I - Orthodontics ClinicDepartment NameMD100:DENTAL GROUP CLINICAL PRACTICEWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level05Salary Range$15.00-22.60/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
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods of time, repetitive motion tasks, and exposure to bloodborne/airborne pathogens, hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, radiation, cuts/punctures.
Shift
Monday – Friday, Day Shift; primarily 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (40 hrs/wk); other hours/schedule as needed
Job Summary
The Dental Assistant I will support dentists by performing four-handed, chairside, and expanded duty dental assisting. Responsibilities also include preparing dental instruments and materials, cleaning operatories, assisting with patient flow in the clinic, and performing other related duties as needed.
Internal Employee Being Considered (IEBC).
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Attention to detail and accuracy, excellent communication and customer service skills, dependability, and initiative.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Experience as a dental assistant is preferred. Ability to speak and read English and Spanish preferred.
Deadline to Apply08/07/2025Our University Community
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