Dental Assistant

chfs; United States; On-site; USD 9,600 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dental Assistant at chfs provides chairside support to the hygiene teams, prepares sterile treatment areas, and ensures a welcoming patient experience. This full-time, 37.5-hour weekly position is located at the Paducah-McCracken County Public Health Clinic.

Starting wage is $19.00/hour (negotiable with experience) with a 5% increase after a 6-month probationary period. Health benefits are included with comprehensive coverage and a strong retirement plan.

Responsibilities

• delivers direct chairside support to the hygiene teams
• prepares and maintains sterile treatment areas
• ensures a welcoming, comfortable patient experience
• manages clinical workflow
• handles basic patient records
• maintains compliance with health and safety regulations

Job description

Pay Grade: Non-Merit Grade

Salary: $7.25 - $50.00 Hourly

Time Type: Full time

Health Department: Purchase District Health Department

Summary:

The Dental Assistant delivers direct chairside support to the hygiene teams, prepares and maintains sterile treatment areas, and ensures a welcoming, comfortable experience for patients. This role manages clinical workflow, handles basic patient records, and maintains strict compliance with health and safety regulations.

If you have any questions or would like any more information about this job posting please contact Jenny Moore at [e-mail].

Description:

Dental Assistant

Location: Paducah-McCracken County Public Health Clinic

Status: 1500 hour position (Full Benefits)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5

Starting Wage: $19.00/hour (negotiable with experience)

Note: A 5% increase will be applied upon successful completion of a 6-month probationary period.

Why Join Purchase District Health Department?

If you're looking to make a meaningful impact within the community while enjoying one of Kentucky's most competitive public benefits packages, this role is for you.

Holidays & Time Off

• New Year's Day and one (1) extra day
• Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday
• Good Friday - One-half (1/2) day (3.75 hours)
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veteran's Day
• Thanksgiving and one (1) extra day
• Christmas and one (1) extra day
• Presidential election day

Accrual of 3.5 hours of vacation and 3.5 hours of sick leave per pay period, with vacation increasing based on years of service.

Up to 12 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave available within your first year of employment.

Additional leave opportunities for jury duty, voting, and inclement weather, ensuring you have time for civic responsibilities and unforeseen circumstances.

Supports a healthy work-life balance, allowing you to manage personal needs, family obligations, and self-care while contributing to public health.

Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage

Low-premium medical insurance plans starting as low as $20.88 per month for single coverage, with additional options for family coverage

Annual employer-funded allowance, depending on your plan ($500 - $1000) loaded onto a HealthEquity card each year (HRA dollars roll over each year, up to $7,500)

HRA card can be used for eligible medical, dental, and vision expenses, including copays, coinsurance, deductibles, and prescriptions.

Preventive care is covered at 100% across all plans - annual checkups, routine screenings, and vaccinations are included at no cost

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) available for health and dependent care

Telehealth and virtual care options are available, often at lower copays than in-person visits. (Including parenting resources, nurse lines, and more)

Prescription coverage includes tiered copays for generic, brand, and specialty medications; pharmacy expenses may count toward your deductible and out-of-pocket maximum

All plans include mental health services such as counseling, psychiatric care and behavioral health care

Dental & Vision Benefits

Dental insurance plans starting at $14 per month

100% coverage on preventive care (cleanings, exams, and X-rays) when using in-network providers

Coverage for major services such as crowns, implants, and oral surgery

Teledentistry available 24/7, giving you remote access to dental consultations anytime

Vision insurance available for less than $6 per month for single coverage, with family options also available

$150-$175 allowance for contacts, frames, and lenses, with co-pays as low as $10

Covers routine eye exams for adults and children, including dilation, when necessary, to support overall eye health

Discounts on frames, lenses, and contacts for costs exceeding the plan allowance

Retirement & Financial Security

6% pension contribution through the Kentucky Employee Retirement System (KERS)

Optional 401(k) and 457(b) plans (employee-funded)

Mileage reimbursement for approved work-related travel

$20,000 of basic life insurance provided at no cost to you, including Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefits. You also have the option to purchase additional life insurance for yourself and eligible dependents for enhanced financial protection.

Additional Fringe Benefits

These benefits support your physical, mental, and financial well-being:

Carrum Health: Available under certain plans, access top surgeons and cancer specialists for major procedures, including cancer care, orthopedic surgeries (knee, hip, shoulder, spine), heart surgery, and weight-loss surgery-with most services covered at no cost to you.

LiveHealth Online: 24/7 virtual visits with doctors, therapists, psychiatrists, and lactation consultants

LivingWell Clinics: In-person or telehealth for annual