Dental Assistant EDDA

HealthFirst Bluegrass Inc.; Lexington (KY); Sur place; USD 25 000 - 36 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

9 Paid Holidays Off each year

Employer Paid Disability Benefits

401K Employer Match

NHSC Approved Site

Résumé du poste

HealthFirst Bluegrass is seeking a Dental Assistant III to support providers and elevate patient care in a mission-driven, Federally Qualified Health Center setting in Kentucky. The role emphasizes advanced clinical proficiency, radiography, and compassionate patient interactions while maintaining efficient clinic operations.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, NHSC-approved status, and holiday and leave accrual in a supportive team environment, with opportunities to mentor and

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year dental assisting experience with advanced clinical proficiency.
• EDDA certification is required.
• Radiography certification is required.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Experience with restorations, oral surgery and assisting is preferred.

Responsabilités

• Assist dentists and hygienists with restorations and carving anatomy.
• Document patient charts and medical histories.
• Prepare trays and identify patient concerns.
• Sterilize instruments and disinfect operatories.
• Take and process X-rays.
• Complete patient encounters and follow-ups.
• Review oral hygiene instructions with patients.
• Order and stock clinical supplies.
• Maintain equipment records and clinic cleanliness.
• Handle opening and closing duties and front office support.

Connaissances

Dental assisting

Patient interaction

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Formation

EDDA certification (Expanded Duties Dental Assistant)

Radiography certification

CPR certification

Description du poste

New pay rate! Extended Duties Dental Assistant required.

9 Paid Holidays, Annual and Sick Leave, Exceptional Benefits Package including Employer Paid Disability Benefits and 401K Employer Match, and is a National Health Service Corp approved site!

Join our mission-driven team at HealthFirst Bluegrass, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) committed to providing quality healthcare for all, regardless of income or background.

As a Dental Assistant III, you’ll use your advanced skills to support providers and elevate patient care.

Why Join Us?

• National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Approved Site
• Annual & Sick Leave Accrual
• 9 Paid Holidays Off each year
• Competitive pay & benefits package for both part-time and full-time staff

What You’ll Do:

As part of our dynamic dental team, you’ll deliver top-quality care while helping patients feel heard, educated, and empowered in their oral health journey.

As a Dental Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting our dentists and hygienists with:

• Assisting with restorations and carving anatomy
• Documenting charts and medical histories
• Identifying patient concerns and preparing trays
• Sterilizing instruments and disinfecting operatories
• Taking and processing X-rays
• Completing patient encounters and follow-ups
• Reviewing oral hygiene instructions
• Ordering and stocking clinical supplies
• Maintaining equipment records
• Handling clinic opening and closing duties
• Making referrals and supporting front office operations

What You Bring:

• 1+ year dental assisting experience with advanced clinical proficiency
• EDDA certification (Expanded Duties Dental Assistant)
• Radiography certification and current CPR certification
• Strong expertise in restorative, oral surgery, and specialty procedures
• Experience improving workflow or mentoring others (preferred)

Ideal for a highly skilled assistant ready to make a strong impact.