Dental Assistant I (Paducah Clinic – Paducah, KY)
University of Louisville
•Onsite
About The Position
The University of Louisville School of Dentistry is seeking to hire a Dental Assistant I. The Dental Assistant I position is a chairside dental assistant in our Paducah practice located at 5200 Alben Barkley Dr, Paducah, KY 42001.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and 6 months of dental assisting experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and work experience.
- Completion of a formal dental assisting training program and externship acceptable.
- CPR certification.
Responsibilities
- Assist providers at chairside; review and maintain patient charts; prepare operatories, instruments, supplies and paperwork prior to patient arrival.
- Maintain clinic, assist with screening; perform specific functions and procedures related to specialty area; instruct patients in oral hygiene.
- Supervise patients, mix materials, take vital signs, etc.; dispense pre-medication; instruct patients in post-treatment; handle emergencies.
- Cross-train with other employees in area as specified by supervisor and perform duties as assigned.
- Forward supply requests; maintain inventory control and stock cubicles, etc.
- Perform laboratory duties as assigned.
- Order all outside supplies with dental vendors and create an ongoing catalog for supplies.
- Distribute sterilized trays and instruments; receive and prepare contaminated instruments; set up/tear down operatories to infection control guidelines; clean equipment.
Benefits
- The University of Louisville has an exceptional benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
