University of Kentucky Looking for Surgical Dental Assistant Full Time

Requisition Number: RE37355

Department Name: 7A730:Division of Periodontics

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Grade Level: 43

Salary Range: $18.80-30.09/hour

Type of Position: Staff

Required Education: HS

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Required Related Experience: 4 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Constant repetitive motion.

Shift

Monday – Friday Day Shift.

Job Summary

The division of Periodontics is seeking a Surgical Dental Assistant. The person in this position will assist dental care providers by using four-handed chair side dental assisting, expanded duties and surgical dental assisting, as well as assisting with oral, IV and other sedation.

The successful candidate will also take radiographs, assist during medical emergencies, monitor patient vitals, clean rooms, schedule patients, and other assisting and clinical duties.

The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Expanded duties dentistry, basic life support (BLS), communication, organization, planning, dependability, attention to detail, and customer service.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?: No

Preferred Education/Experience

Four or more years experience in four-handed dentistry and/or surgical dental assisting with two or more years experience as an expanded duties dental assistant, knowledge of proper infection control techniques in dentistry, Anesthesia certification, certified BLS instructor, and Radiation Safety certificate preferred.

University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.