Job Information
University of Kentucky Dental Hygienist in Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | Dental Hygienist |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | RE48118 |
| Working Title | |
| Department Name | 7A830:Division of Adult Dentistry |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Grade Level | 44 |
| Salary Range | $21.06-33.69/hour |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | AS |
| Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies |
| Required Related Experience | No experience required. |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | Hygienist License. |
| Physical Requirements | Constant repetitive motion. |
| Shift | Monday-Friday Day Shift; typically, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm |
| Job Summary | The person in this position will perform Dental Hygiene duties with patients at KY Clinic Adult Dentistry. This will include performing prophylaxis and polishing, periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planning, patient assessment of hard and soft tissues, periodontal exams, applying fluoride varnish and sealants, as ordered by the dentist, and taking radiographs. The person in this position will also provide additional clinical support and provide patient record documentation. UK Benefits The University of Kentucky is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to attract and retain top-tier faculty and staff. In addition to competitive pay, the benefits package includes:
To learn more about these benefits, please visit: UK Benefits. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Must have excellent clinical dental hygiene skills, and ability to work with mentally, medically and physically complex patients. MS Office, Dental Hygienist License, Attention to Detail, Team-Oriented, Knowledge of Medicaid Insurance, proficient in health records. |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Licensed Dental Hygienist with pediatric experience preferred. Must be good with children. |
| Deadline to Apply | 02/13/2025 |
| Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. |
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
- Are you currently licensed in the state of Kentucky as a Registered Hygienist?
- Yes
- No
- Please indicate your paid employment experience as a Dental Hygienist.
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
- Describe how your skills and experience make you a good fit for this position.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- Indeed.com
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- UK Job Fair
- None of the Above
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/8gGmL7CDNRwPZH71kiwwLo
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