Expanded Duties Dental Assistant-Danville Pediatric Dentistry
Listed compensation
$16-$20/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Thursday4-day week
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Job Description
The Opportunity
- Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA)
- Danville Pediatric Dentistry & Harrodsburg Kids Dentistry
- Danville, KY & Harrodsburg, KY
- Pay: $16-$20 per hour (based on pediatric dental experience)
Schedule: Monday - Thursday: 6:50 AM - 4:05 PM
- Every 4th Friday: 7:50 AM - 1:05 PM
- Enjoy a mostly 4-day work week!
- Make a Difference in a Child's Smile Every Day!
Do you love working with children and helping create positive dental experiences? Are you an experienced Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA) who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment?
Danville Pediatric Dentistry & Harrodsburg Kids Dentistry is seeking a dependable, hard-working, and compassionate EDDA to join our growing team. We take pride in providing exceptional care to our young patients while creating a supportive and enjoyable workplace for our team members.
Why Join Our Team?
Our offices are known for being energetic, collaborative, and patient-focused. We value teamwork, communication, and a positive attitude.
What We Offer
- Competitive Pay Based on Experience
- Mostly 4-Day Work Week
- Supportive Team Environment
- Opportunity to Work with Children and Families
- Team-Oriented Culture
- Established, Growing Pediatric Dental Practice
- Additional Office Perks and Benefits Available
- Bonuses: Quarterly attendance and revenue bonuses + holiday bonuses
- Additional Perks: Provided uniforms
*Benefits offered by the practice may include medical, dental, vision, retirement,
A Day In the Life Of
- As an Expanded Duties Dental Assistant at Harrodsburg Kids Dentistry and Danville Kids Dentistry, you will:
- Assist chairside with expanded duties
- Perform x-rays and coronal polishing
- Support our pediatric dental offices with various tasks
- Welcome patients to the dental office.
- What You'll Bring To The Table
Ideal Candidate
- Excellent attendance and a team player
- Great with children and able to communicate effectively
- Holds required certifications: X-Ray, Coronal Polishing, Expanded Duties Dental Assistant, CPR
Required Experience & Education
- 1-2 years of relevant experience preferred
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Certifications: X-Ray, Coronal Polishing, CPR, EDDA (Required)
Attributes: Fun, motivated, child-friendly, cooperative, communicative, energetic, capable of multitasking, and prioritizing in a fast-paced setting
Ready to Join Our Dental Family?
If you're passionate about pediatric dentistry and want to work alongside a team that values cooperation, communication, and exceptional patient care, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help create healthy, confident smiles for children throughout Central Kentucky!
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.
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 Expanded Duties Dental Assistant will provide chairside support, perform x-rays, and conduct coronal polishing in a pediatric dental setting. They are also responsible for welcoming patients and assisting with various tasks to ensure efficient office operations.
Requirements
Candidates must hold certifications in X-Ray, Coronal Polishing, CPR, and Expanded Duties Dental Assistant. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with 1-2 years of relevant experience.
Key Skills
Pediatrics 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 Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Expanded Duties Dental Assistant-Danville Pediatric Dentistry at Talent For Dental a 8.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Dental Assistant — ranked against 342 active Dental Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
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