Dental Assistant - Versailles Family Dentistry
Listed compensation
$19-$22/hr
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Job Description
The Opportunity
- Part-Time Dental Assistant
- Join a Friendly Team in Versailles, KY!
- Schedule & Pay
- Flexible schedule (must include Monday or Friday)
- 2-3 days per week
- $19-$22 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)
Looking for a dental office where you'll feel valued, supported, and part of a team that genuinely enjoys working together?
Versailles Family Dentistry is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our busy and welcoming practice. If you're a team player who enjoys helping patients feel comfortable and loves working in a positive environment, we'd love to meet you!
- What You'll Love About Us
- Modern, up-to-date office
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Flexible schedule with work-life balance in mind
- Opportunity to make a difference in patients' lives every day
- Collaborative culture where communication and teamwork are valued
A Day In the Life Of
- As a Dental Assistant, you'll work chairside alongside our providers, helping deliver exceptional patient care while supporting the efficiency of the clinical team.
- Welcome patients to the dental office.
- Prepare clients for treatments or checkups, ensuring their comfort.
- Select and set up the necessary instruments, equipment, and materials.
- Sterilize instruments in accordance with regulations.
- Assist at the chair-side.
- What You'll Bring To The Table
Qualifications
We are seeking candidates who are dependable, friendly, team-oriented, and possess excellent organizational, communication, and computer skills. The ideal candidate should thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a keen attention to detail.
Education
High School Diploma or GED required
Skills & Experience
- 1-2 years of Dental Assistant experience preferred
- Coronal Polishing and Expanded Duties experience a plus
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you're searching for a practice where you'll be welcomed, appreciated, and given the opportunity to grow while providing great care to patients, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today and discover why Versailles Family Dentistry is a great place to build your dental career.
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 work chair-side to assist providers with patient treatments and ensure clinical efficiency. Responsibilities include welcoming patients, preparing treatment areas, and sterilizing instruments according to regulations.
Certifications
Key Skills
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 ~$43k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $47k in an average-cost state. 61.6% of Kentucky clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$47k in purchasing power | Kentucky index 90.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| All dental assistant listings in Kentucky | 85 active | 5,830 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 25% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 5% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
