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Expanded Duties Dental Assistant - Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry
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Assists with patient care in a pediatric dental practice, including sterilization, X-rays, coronal polishing, sealant placement, and restorative procedures.
About this role
The Opportunity
**Hiring Now - (EDDA) Expanded Duties Dental Assistant**
Rebecca Wheeler, DMD | Nicholasville, KY
$18-$25 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)
Are you a friendly, energetic dental assistant who loves working with children and thrives in a fast-paced environment? Rebecca Wheeler, DMD is looking for an Expanded Duties Dental Assistant to join our team-oriented practice in Nicholasville, Kentucky.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
- Four-day work week (Monday - Thursday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM)
- Competitive pay: $18-$25 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) program
- Employee outings and team-building events
- Supportive, team-focused culture with a lively and positive work environment
A Day In The Life Of
What You'll Do
As an Expanded Duties Dental Assistant, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional patient care by:
- Assisting with sterilization procedures
- Educating patients on oral health and treatment plans
- Taking dental X-rays
- Performing coronal polishing
- Placing sealants
- Assisting with fillings and restorative procedures
What You'll Bring To The Table
What We're Looking For
Our ideal candidate is:
- Friendly and outgoing
- A strong team player
- Passionate about patient care
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Experienced working with children
- Dependable with excellent communication skills
Qualifications
Required/Preferred:
- 1-2 years of dental assisting experience
- Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA) (Preferred)
- X-Ray certification
- Coronal Polishing certification
- CPR certification (R)
- High School Diploma or GED(R)
Join Our Team
If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity with a practice that values teamwork, patient care, and work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today and take the next step in your dental career with Rebecca Wheeler, DMD.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our applicants. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.
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