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PepperPointe Partnerships
Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Sterilization Tech & Dental Assistant E'town Dentistry for Children

DentalFull-Time

Listed compensation

$17-$20/hr

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Job Description

The Opportunity

  • Join Our Team at Elizabethtown Dentistry for Children!
  • Hiring Now for Both Positions!
  • Roles: Dental Assistant and Sterilization Tech
  • Schedule: Monday, Thursday, Friday 7:30am-5:00pm
  • Tuesday & Wednesday 8:30am-5:00pm
  • Pay: $17-$20 per hour (based on experience)

Are you a motivated and compassionate individual eager to make a difference in children’s lives? We’re on the hunt for a dedicated Dental Assistant to join our vibrant, team-oriented practice. At Elizabethtown Dentistry for Children, we pride ourselves on creating a positive and supportive environment for both our patients and staff.

What We Offer

  • Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Vacation and Personal Days
  • 401K
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • A Day In The Life Of
  • Provide a comforting experience for patients during treatments and checkups
  • Select and set up instruments, equipment, and materials needed
  • Sterilize instruments and equipment
  • Collaborate closely with the dentist chairside to support procedures with precision and efficiency
  • Undertake tasks as instructed
  • Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
  • Schedule appointments
  • Maintain accurate patient records
  • What You'll Bring To The Table
  • Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
  • Knowledgeable in health and safety regulations
  • Excellent communication and people skills
  • Attention to detail, well-organized, and reliable
  • High school diploma: graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
  • Dental Assisting Certification
  • Dental X-Ray Certification
  • Coronal Polishing (preferred, not required)
  • EDDA (preferred, not required)

If you’re ready to contribute to a collaborative and energetic team, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career with Elizabethtown Dentistry for Children.

Hiring Now!

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.

Key Responsibilities

The role involves providing chairside support to dentists during procedures and ensuring all dental instruments and equipment are properly sterilized. Additionally, the assistant will manage patient records, maintain a clean clinical environment, and assist with scheduling appointments.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma and knowledge of dental instruments and safety regulations. Preference is given to those who have completed a dental assistant program and hold relevant certifications such as Dental X-Ray or EDDA.

Key Skills

Patient careInstrument setupChairside assistanceRecord keepingCommunication skillsOrganization

Dental Assisting Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Kentucky is 90.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$38k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $43k 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 3.9this job 1.5
Below most Dental listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 5,415 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Elizabethtown

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$266k
Typical market rent
$1,299/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
State income tax
Up to 4.5%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About PepperPointe Partnerships

Hospitals and Health Care
Lexington, Kentucky
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision
Vacation and Personal Days
401K
Life Insurance
Paid holidays