Dental Assistant

Colonial Group; Independence (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Kentucky is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dentist by preparing rooms, sterilizing instruments, and passing tools to the treatment area during procedures.

You will also document clinical notes and help ensure smooth patient flow, requiring CPR/X-ray certification and a high school diploma. Excellent communication and compassionate patient care are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR and X-ray certification required.
• Solid knowledge of dental procedures, terminology, and equipment.
• Excellent communication and compassionate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the treatment room for patients.
• Sterilize and deliver instruments to the treatment area and assist the dentist.
• Complete clinical notes before dismissing patients.

Skills

Communication skills

Compassionate care

Dental terminology knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPR/X-ray certification

Tools

Sterilization protocols

Job description

Your Role:

• Prepare the treatment room for patients
• Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to the treatment area; positioning instruments for the dentist's access, suctioning, and passing instruments.
• Completes Clinical notes before dismissing patients

What We Are Looking for:

• CPR/X-ray certification
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of dental procedures, terminology, and equipment.
• Excellent communication skills and a compassionate approach to patient care.