Dental assistant(Part-time)

Signature Smiles; Worthington (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3-day weekend

Competitive wage

Daytime hours

Job summary

Signature Smiles in Louisville, Kentucky is seeking a reliable Dental Assistant to join our clinical team. Whether you are early in your career or bringing 5+ years of experience, you will work in a stable environment with a three-day weekend every week and a consistent daytime schedule.

You will chairside assist the dentist, prepare treatment rooms, take high-quality X-rays for certified candidates, and maintain strict infection control.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years dental assisting experience required; 3–5 years preferred.
• X-ray certification is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with dental software, sterilization techniques, and chairside etiquette.
• Spanish bilingual proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Chairside assisting during dental procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms and seat patients.
• Take high-quality dental X-rays for certified candidates.
• Maintain infection control; sterilize instruments.
• Assist with lab work and digital charting of treatments.

Skills

Spanish bilingual proficiency

Interpersonal communication

Chairside etiquette

Sterilization techniques

X-ray knowledge

Tools

Dentrix

Open Dental

Eaglesoft

Job description

Are you a skilled Dental Assistant looking for a consistent schedule and a team that values your expertise? We are seeking a reliable and motivated professional to join our clinical team. Whether you are an up-and-coming assistant with a couple of years under your belt or a seasoned pro with 5+ years of experience, we offer a stable environment where you can provide high-quality patient care while enjoying a true three-day weekend every single week.

Pay

• $18 - $24 per hour
• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.

Shift & Schedule

• Work Days: Monday through Thursday.
• Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Requirements

• Software Experience: Dentrix, Open Dental, Eaglesoft
• Experience: 1–2 years of dental assisting experience required; 3–5 years preferred.
• Certification: X-Ray Certification is highly preferred (please specify status in your application).
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with dental software, sterilization techniques, and chairside etiquette.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with both the clinical team and patients.
• Spanish bilingual proficiency required.

Job Description

• Chairside Assisting: Provide efficient and proactive assistance to the dentist during various dental procedures.
• Patient Care: Prepare treatment rooms, seat patients, and ensure their comfort throughout their visit.
• Radiography: Perform high-quality dental X-rays (for certified candidates) to assist in accurate diagnostics.
• Sterilization: Maintain strict infection control protocols by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and equipment.
• Lab & Records: Assist with dental impressions, lab cases, and accurate digital charting of patient treatments.

Benefits

• Competitive Hourly Wage: Pay scaled to your years of experience.
• Premium Schedule: A rare 4-day work week that guarantees a 3-day weekend.
• Professional Environment: A structured office culture with consistent daytime hours.

Facility Information

• Name: Signature Smiles
• Location: 4642 Chamberlain Ln., Suite 252, Louisville, Kentucky
• Type: Dental clinic
• Healthcare Services: Dental office

Opening Hours

• Monday: 9:00AM–5:00PM
• Tuesday: 9:00AM–5:00PM
• Wednesday: 9:00AM–6:00PM
• Thursday: 9:00AM–5:00PM
• Friday: 9:00AM–2:00PM
• Saturday: Closed
• Sunday: Closed

CPR Certification BLS Certification X-ray / Radiography Certification Local Anesthesia Certification Nitrous Oxide Certification Dental Assistant License Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) Certified Orthodontic Assistant (COA) Certified Preventive Functions Dental Assistant (CPFDA) Certified Restorative Functions Dental Assistant (CRFDA) Infection Control License Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Driver's license