Lexington, KY, USA
9 hours ago
Dental Therapist Senior/UKHC
Posting Details

Job Title Dental Therapist Senior/UKHC Requisition Number RE48148 Working Title Dental Therapist Senior – UK North Fork Valley Dental Clinic Department Name MG150: Medical Group-NFV Work Location Hazard, KY Grade Level 07 Salary Range $17.50-27.31/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education HS Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience 3 yrs Required License/Registration/Certification None Physical Requirements Sitting for long periods of time with repetive motion. Shift Monday – Friday, Day Shift; typically 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (40 hrs/wk) Job Summary This position is located off-campus in Hazard, KY at UKHC North Fork Valley Dental Clinic.

The Dental Therapist Senior will assist the dentist in 4-handed dentistry during dental procedures.

Will chart for the dentist in an electronic dental record. Will set up and break down dental operatories and properly disinfect. Will chart for the dentist in an electronic record and obtain patient medical info, vitals, prescribed digital radio graphs and help with overall patient flow. Will place sealants, temporary restorations, composites and amalgams with minimal adjustment by the dentist. Will pack cord, take opposing impressions, bite registration, fabricate temporary crowns and bridge work and pour and trim diagnostic models. Will be responsible for dental clinic equipment maintenance and keeping accurate and up-to-date logbooks including daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual tasks.

Please attach any relevant Dental Assistant certificates or certifications as a PDF under Additional Document 1 Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Four handed dentistry, multi-tasking oriented, dependability, attention to detail, ability to work with children of all ages. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Technical/Skills Training + 3 years experience Deadline to Apply 11/24/2024 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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.


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