Dental Assistant | Pediatric Care & Training Benefits

Benevis; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Monthly bonuses based on Office and KP

Comprehensive Benefits Package:Medical

Dental, Vision, 401K with match

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off, holidays

Continuing education reimbursement

Company provided certification trains

Job summary

Benevis is hiring a Dental Assistant to support the clinical team in delivering high-quality care and patient education across community locations. You will assist with procedures, educate patients on oral hygiene, and help ensure clean, prepared operatory spaces.

The role emphasizes teamwork, regulatory compliance, and a commitment to compassionate care for a diverse patient base, including many children.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a senior high school or GED equivalent is required.
• X-ray certification preferred according to state practices.
• Certified dental assistant credentials preferred according to state practices.
• Bi-lingual in Spanish a plus (location dependent).
• Adhere to government regulations, company standards, and compliance programs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality and compassionate care to every patient.
• Guide parents of minors through our processes before treatment.
• Educate patients in oral hygiene and provide postoperative instructions.
• Prepare patient for examination and treatment.
• Take x-rays and save to patient charts (location dependent).
• Ensure operational readiness of the hygiene bay and operatory rooms.
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures.
• Mix amalgam, cement, pulp paste and prepare impression materials.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments, equipment, chairs and rooms.
• Assist dental staff with treatment: document patient information, charts, suctioning, retractors, sutures, etc.
• Pour, trim and polish impression casts; fabricate impression trays.
• Maintain highest integrity and comply with regulations.

Skills

Spanish (bi-lingual)

Education

High school diploma or GED

X-ray certification (preferred)

Certified dental assistant credentials (preferred)

Job description

Benevis is hiring a Dental Assistant to support the clinical team in delivering high-quality care and patient education across community locations. You will assist with procedures, educate patients on oral hygiene, and help ensure clean, prepared operatory spaces.

The role emphasizes teamwork, regulatory compliance, and a commitment to compassionate care for a diverse patient base, including many children.