Dental Assistant

Park DuValle Community Health Centers; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

EAP and disability benefits

403(b) retirement plan with match

Job summary

Park DuValle Community Health Center in Louisville, KY, seeks a Dental Assistant to provide chairside and clinical support under licensed dentist supervision. You will prepare treatment areas, assist with patient care, and maintain infection control while following HIPAA and practice act guidelines.

Expanded duties may include EDDA/EFDA tasks for qualified individuals, with radiography certification required or pursued within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of dental assisting experience preferred.
• Kentucky radiography certification or ability to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients, take vital signs, review medical history, and prepare them for procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control protocols.
• Assist dentist chairside with suction, retraction, and air/water.
• Take dental radiographs with Kentucky certification.
• Mix materials and assist with placements as directed.
• Provide oral hygiene instructions and post-operative care.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

HIPAA compliance

Infection control

Dental x-rays

EDDA/EFDA training

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

CPR certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Kentucky radiography certification

EDDA training program

Tools

Dental radiography equipment

Sterilization tools

Job description

Join Our Mission

The Dental Assistant provides chairside and clinical support to dentists in a fast-paced community health center environment. This role assists with patient care, prepares and maintains treatment areas, and ensures patient comfort and safety.

Description

Join Our Mission

The Dental Assistant provides chairside and clinical support to dentists in a fast-paced community health center environment. This role assists with patient care, prepares and maintains treatment areas, and ensures patient comfort and safety.

All duties are performed under the supervision of a licensed dentist in accordance with the Kentucky Dental Practice Act.

Expanded duties may be assigned to individuals with EDDA/EFDA certification as permitted by state regulations.

Position Requirements

Dental Assistant (Core Duties)

• Work under the direct supervision of dentists regarding patient care.
• Welcome patients, taking vital signs, reviewing medical history, and preparing them for dental procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures.
• Sterilize instruments, set up trays with necessary tools, and ensuring proper infection control protocols are followed.
• Assist dentist chairside, maintaining a clear operating field (suction, retraction, air/water).
• Take dental radiographs (with Kentucky certification) ensuring proper positioning and technique.
• Mix dental materials (cements, composites, etc.) and assist with placement as directed.
• Providing oral hygiene instructions, demonstrating proper brushing and flossing techniques, and explaining post-operative care.
• Maintaining patient records, scheduling appointments, verifying insurance benefits, and completing necessary paperwork.
• Participating in community health initiatives to promote dental awareness and access to care.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of operatories.
• Comply with HIPAA, OSHA, and infection control standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Expanded Duties (EDDA/EFDA)

• Perform coronal polishing.
• Take impressions of teeth for crowns, bridges, or dentures.
• Apply permanent restorations to prepared teeth.
• Apply topical fluoride and sealants on teeth.
• Clean and polish the visible surfaces of teeth after dentist or hygienist scale.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of dental assisting experience.
• Kentucky radiography certification (or ability to obtain within six months of hire).
• Current CPR certification or ability to obtain.
• EDDA/EFDA: Completion of EDDA training program.
• Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficiency in taking dental x-rays.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.

Benefits And Perks

At Park DuValle Community Health Center, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial well-being, and work-life balance of our employees.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid basic life and long-term disability insurance
• Short-term disability and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary life, accident, critical illness, and disability benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match up to 5%
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 paid holidays
• Predictable work schedules
• Meaningful work serving diverse and underserved communities

Why Join PDCHC?

At Park DuValle Community Health Center, you'll be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community while working alongside professionals who value teamwork, integrity, and excellence.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Park DuValle Community Health Center is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.