EXPANDED DUTIES DENTAL ASSISTANT (EDDA) – Great Team & Schedule & $22-28/hr!

Bright Direction Dental LLC.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Remmers Dental in Louisville, KY is seeking an experienced Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA) to join our growing practice. You will work closely with dentists and the clinical team to deliver exceptional patient care in a supportive, team-focused environment.

We offer competitive pay ($22–$28 per hour), a stable schedule with rotating Tuesdays and shorter Wednesdays, and strong benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Qualifications

• Must hold Kentucky-expanded duties credentials
• Experience with restorations and temporaries
• Four‑handed dentistry and chairside assisting experience
• Experience with digital X‑rays, impressions, and scanning preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient four‑handed chairside assistance during dental procedures.
• Place restorations and temporaries as permitted by regulations.
• Assist with dental implant placement and other restorations.
• Take digital X‑rays and maintain high-quality images.
• Perform digital scans and take dental impressions.
• Prepare, clean, disinfect, and organize treatment operatories.
• Maintain instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Follow infection control protocols and safety guidelines.

Skills

Expanded duties dental assistant

Chairside four-handed dentistry

Digital X-rays

Impressions & scanning

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Education

Kentucky EDDA credentials

Tools

Digital X‑ray systems

Intraoral scanner

Implant/dental equipment

Job description

Are you an experienced Expanded Duties Dental Assistant who loves working with patients, enjoys being part of a great team, and takes pride in providing exceptional dental care? Remmers Dental is looking for a friendly, motivated, and experienced full-timeExpanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA) to join our growing practice! We pride ourselves on creating a positive, supportive team environment while providing our patients with personalized, state-of-the-art dental care. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys staying busy, working alongside a collaborative team, and making a difference in patients' lives every day.

If you're a team player with a positive attitude and a passion for dentistry, we'd love to meet you!

COMPETITIVE PAY! Earn $22–$28 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

GREAT WORK SCHEDULE! Enjoy a consistent schedule with rotating Tuesdays and shorter Wednesdays.

GROWING PRACTICE! Be part of an established, continually growing dental office.

SUPPORTIVE TEAM! Work with friendly dental professionals who value teamwork, communication, and helping one another succeed.

ADVANCED DENTISTRY! Gain hands‑on experience with digital technology, restorative procedures, and implant dentistry.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Help patients feel comfortable, confident, and cared for throughout their dental experience.

GREAT BENEFITS! Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and additional benefits for eligible employees.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

As our Expanded Duties Dental Assistant, you'll play an essential role in keeping our clinical operations running smoothly while helping provide exceptional patient care.

You'll work closely with our dentists and clinical team, assisting with a variety of dental procedures and creating a comfortable, welcoming experience for every patient.

CLINICAL & EXPANDED DUTIES RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide efficient four‑handed chairside assistance during dental procedures.
• Place restorations and fabricate or place temporary restorations, as permitted by state regulations and your credentials.
• Assist with dental implant placement and other restorative procedures.
• Take digital dental X‑rays and maintain high‑quality diagnostic images.
• Perform digital scans and take dental impressions.
• Prepare, clean, disinfect, and organize treatment operatories.
• Maintain instruments, equipment, and clinical supplies.
• Follow established infection control protocols and safety guidelines.

PATIENT CARE & EXPERIENCE

• Greet and seat patients in a friendly, welcoming, and professional manner.
• Help patients feel comfortable and informed throughout their appointments.
• Communicate effectively with patients regarding procedures and post‑treatment instructions.
• Provide compassionate, personalized care while building positive patient relationships.
• Help create a smooth, efficient, and enjoyable experience for every patient.

TEAMWORK & DAILY OPERATIONS

• Work closely with dentists, hygienists, and fellow team members to support efficient patient care.
• Complete accurate patient charting, clinical notes, and data entry.
• Help maintain an organized, clean, and well‑prepared clinical environment.
• Communicate proactively with the team to support daily schedules and patient flow.
• Bring a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to help wherever needed.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys helping others, and brings positive energy to the team!

• Expanded Duties Dental Assistant qualifications and credentials appropriate for Kentucky.
• Experience with restorative procedures, including placing restorations and temporaries.
• Comfortable with four‑handed dentistry and chairside assisting.
• Experience with digital X‑rays, impressions, and digital scanning preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Friendly, dependable, organized, and detail‑oriented.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a busy dental practice.
• Strong commitment to teamwork, patient care, and clinical excellence.
• A positive, professional attitude and willingness to learn and grow.

BENEFITS & PERKS

We value our team members and offer benefits designed to support their health, well‑being, and future!

• Medical, dental (in‑house), vision, and life insurance for eligible full‑time employees (30+ hours per week).
• Access to additional voluntary benefits.
• Paid time off and holiday pay for eligible full‑time employees.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.

SCHEDULE & LOCATION

Monday: 7:45 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:45 AM – 5:00 PM (Every Other Tuesday Off)

Wednesday: 7:15 AM – 4:30 PM (Early departure at 1:30 PM every other Wednesday when working the preceding Tuesday)

Thursday: 7:15 AM – 4:30 PM

Friday: 7:45 AM – 2:00 PM

Additional hours may be available as needed.

Compensation: $22–$28 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

If you're an experienced Expanded Duties Dental Assistant who enjoys working with a great team, providing exceptional patient care, and being part of a growing practice, we want to hear from you!

Join Remmers Dental and become part of a team that values your skills, appreciates your contributions, and takes pride in making every patient experience a positive one.

Bright Direction Dental is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti‑discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to abide by these principles and mandates. Bright Direction Dental prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, traits associated with race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Bright Direction Dental conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.