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Paris, Kentucky

Dental Assistant - Bourbon Family Dentistry

DentalFull-Time

Listed compensation

$16-$20/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Thursday4-day week

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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

The Opportunity

Join Our Team at Bourbon Family Dentistry!

  • Position: Dental Assistant (EDDA)
  • Location: 4223 Lexington Road, Paris, KY 40361
  • Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 7:45 AM - 5 PMPay: $16.00-$20.00 (based on experience)

Bourbon Family Dentistry in the heart of Paris, Kentucky, is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join our close-knit, caring, and hardworking team.

At Bourbon Family Dentistry, we take pride in fostering a supportive environment where every team member plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting. We believe in hands-on training and fostering a supportive culture where cooperation and communication are key. Our team culture is rooted in collaboration, growth, and a genuine commitment to making a positive impact on our patients' oral health.

Why Join Us?

  • 4-Day Work Week: Enjoy a balanced work-life schedule.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) plans.
  • Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and development.

A Day In the Life Of

  • As our Dental Assistant, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our mission to create beautiful smiles and promote overall wellness.
  • Welcome patients to the dental office.
  • Prepare patients for treatments or checkups, ensuring their comfort.

Chair-side Assisting

  • Restorative Dentistry: Place, shape, and finish amalgam and composite restorations.
  • Prosthodontics: Place temporary crowns and bridges.
  • Infection Control: Sterilize instruments and equipment.
  • Radiology: Take and process dental X-rays.
  • Patient Education: Provide valuable information to our patients.

What You'll Bring To The Table

  • Our ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, a growth mindset, be proficient with punctuality, and be a team player with excellent communication skills.
  • Required Education: High School diploma/GED
  • Excellent organization/ /computer skills
  • Proven experience as a dental assistant for a minimum of 6 months (preferred 1 year)
  • Understanding of health & safety regulations
  • Additional certification (Plus)
  • X-ray
  • Coronal Polishing (perform regulated non-surgical tasks)
  • Expanded Duties Dental Assistant
  • CPR

If you are passionate about dentistry, possess a strong work ethic, and thrive in a dynamic and supportive atmosphere, we invite you to explore the exciting career opportunities that await you at Bourbon Family Dentistry.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all applicants.

We do not discriminate based on 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.

Key Responsibilities

The Dental Assistant will support the dental team by preparing patients for treatments, performing chair-side assistance, and managing infection control protocols. Additionally, they will handle restorative tasks, take dental X-rays, and provide patient education to promote oral health.

Requirements

Candidates must have a High School diploma or GED and at least 6 months of experience as a dental assistant. Proficiency in organization and computer skills is required, with additional certifications like X-ray and CPR being highly valued.

Key Skills

Dental assisting

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Assistant - Bourbon Family Dentistry at Talent For Dental a 6.8 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Dental Assistant — ranked against 342 active Dental Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc.

General Dentistry Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Kentucky is 90.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$37k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $42k in an average-cost state. 61.6% of Kentucky clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 6.8
Better work-life than 80% of Dental Assistant listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 342 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Talent For Dental

Medical Practices
Lexington, Kentucky
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

4-Day Work Week
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) plans
Professional growth opportunities

Living in Paris

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$256k
Median resident rent
$832/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.9
State income tax
Up to 4.5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Lexington-Fayette, KY metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.