Dental Therapist Senior

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: almost 2 years ago
Location: Lexington, KENTUCKY
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Job Title Dental Therapist Senior
Requisition Number RE33704
Working Title
Department Name 7A340: Dentistry-Faculty Patient Care
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 42
Salary Range $17.07-27.31/hour
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
HS
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Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Constant repetitive motion
Shift
Monday – Friday, Day Shift
Job Summary
The Dental Therapist Senior will perform 4-handed, chair side dentistry, follow instruction as directed by dentist, and record oral examinations.
Duties include: prepare, clean and sterilize instruments, pour up models and fabricate custom trays, provide basic radiology procedures, and practice proper infection control, and aid in the presentation of post-operative instructions.
This position is for the Faculty Practice Clinic in the Dental Science Building. The successful candidate will occasionally provide backup coverage for Dental Assistants and Dental Therapists at all levels in various dental clinics and locations.
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
Candidates will have excellent communication and customer service skills, organizational skills, attention to detail and accuracy, understanding of dental procedure billing, ability to prioritize while representing the Faculty Patient Care Clinic in a professional, courteous manner through face-to-face communication, telephone conversation, and written correspondence.
Scheduling of patient appointments, computer experience including Microsoft Word and Excel a plus.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Candidate must have experience with dental procedures, instruments, and materials as well as dental office processes.
Deadline to Apply 05/29/2022
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.

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