Expanded Services Dental Assistant

Benevis • Lexington, KY

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About The Position

Benevis is seeking an Expanded Services Dental Assistant to support the office and professional dental staff in providing treatment and quality, compassionate dental care. The role is part of a care team focused on delivering excellent dental care in the community and creating positive patient experiences.

The Dental Assistant prepares patients and treatment areas, provides patient guidance and oral hygiene education, assists during dental and surgical procedures, and maintains patient records and clinical equipment. Work may take place in a professional office, clinical, or support environment, depending on the role and business needs. Scheduled hours and work location may vary based on business needs, and extended or alternate hours may be required during peak periods or to support operational requirements.

Requirements

• Graduation from senior high school or GED equivalent.
• Experience in oral surgery, endodontics, and sedation dentistry.
• CPR-BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

• X-ray certification, preferred according to state and individual practice requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality and compassionate care to every patient.
• Guide parents of minors and patients through processes before treatment.
• Educate patients in oral hygiene and provide postoperative instructions.
• Prepare patients for examination and treatment.
• Take x-rays and save them to patient charts, depending on location.
• Maintain the operational readiness of hygiene bays and operatory rooms.
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures.
• Mix amalgam, cement, and pulp paste, and prepare impression materials.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments, equipment, chairs, and rooms.
• Assist professional dental staff with treatment.
• Document patient information, treatment plans, and procedures in patient charts.
• Assist with suctioning, holding retractors, and cutting sutures during surgical procedures.
• Pour, trim, and polish impression casts.
• Fabricate custom impression trays.
• Adhere to government regulations, company standards, and company compliance programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid time off.
• Company holidays.
• Continuing education reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED