New pay rate! Extended Duties Dental Assistant required. 9 Paid Holidays, Annual and Sick Leave, Exceptional Benefits Package including Employer Paid Disability Benefits and 401K Employer Match, and is a National Health Service Corp approved site! Join our mission-driven team at HealthFirst Bluegrass, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) committed to providing quality healthcare for all, regardless of income or background. As a Dental Assistant III, you’ll use your advanced skills to support providers and elevate patient care. Why Join Us? National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Approved Site Annual & Sick Leave Accrual 9 Paid Holidays Off each year Competitive pay & benefits package for both part-time and full-time staff What You’ll Do: As part of our dynamic dental team, you’ll deliver top-quality care while helping patients feel heard, educated, and empowered in their oral health journey. As a Dental Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting our dentists and hygienists with: • Assisting with restorations and carving anatomy • Documenting charts and medical histories • Identifying patient concerns and preparing trays • Sterilizing instruments and disinfecting operatories • Taking and processing X-rays • Completing patient encounters and follow-ups • Reviewing oral hygiene instructions • Ordering and stocking clinical supplies • Maintaining equipment records • Handling clinic opening and closing duties • Making referrals and supporting front office operations What You Bring: • 1+ year dental assisting experience with advanced clinical proficiency • EDDA certification (Expanded Duties Dental Assistant) • Radiography certification and current CPR certification • Strong expertise in restorative, oral surgery, and specialty procedures • Experience improving workflow or mentoring others (preferred) 👉 Ideal for a highly skilled assistant ready to make a strong impact.