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    "description": "<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">The University of Pikeville seeks a motivated and patient-centered Dental Assistant to support clinical operations within the Tanner College of Dental Medicine. This role is integral to both patient care delivery and the educational mission of the college. The Dental Assistant will work in a predoctoral student clinic, providing chairside assistance to dental students under faculty supervision, while also supporting faculty in their clinical practice. The Dental Assistant supports patient care activities, clinical instruction, infection control procedures, and operational functions at the Tanner College of Dental Medicine clinic in Pikeville and affiliated clinical training sites. This position contributes to a safe, efficient, and collaborative clinical environment that promotes exemplary patient care and hands-on student learning.</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Responsibilities:</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Provide chairside dental assisting support for faculty, Predoctoral dental students, and patients during a variety of dental procedures.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Assist in the orientation and training of students regarding clinical systems, equipment, and infection control procedures.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Support the clinical education of students by reinforcing proper techniques, infection control protocols, ergonomics, and effective patient communication. 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font-weight: bold\">Requirements:</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Graduation from a CODA-accredited Dental Assisting Program preferred.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Previous dental assisting experience may be considered in lieu of formal educational preparation.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Current certification, registration, or licensure as required by state regulations preferred.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Current CPR certification or ability to obtain certification upon employment.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Knowledge of dental assisting procedures, instruments, materials, and infection control practices.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Familiarity with dental radiography procedures and applicable safety standards.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Experience with electronic health records or dental practice management software preferred.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Ability to work effectively with patients, students, faculty, and staff in an academic healthcare environment.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Preferred Qualifications:</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Graduate of a Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) accredited Dental Assisting Program.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential preferred.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Experience in general dentistry and multiple dental specialty disciplines.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Experience in an academic dental institution, community health center, hospital dental clinic, or large group practice preferred.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Familiarity with dental education environments and student clinical training.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Experience supporting community outreach or mobile dental clinic operations.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Proficiency in chairside dental assisting techniques and patient care procedures.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Proficiency in infection control, sterilization, and workplace safety standards.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Ability to prepare and maintain clinical operatories and equipment.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Ability to support efficient clinic workflow and patient care operations.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Strong organizational and time management skills.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Ability to communicate effectively with patients, students, faculty, and staff.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Commitment to excellence in supporting high-quality patient care and clinical education.</span><br><br></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><em>Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received on or before 06/24/2026 will be given priority consideration.</em></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Important Notes: </span>Resume and other application materials will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. Please, specifically address the qualifications, competencies and desired qualifications in your resume and application materials.</p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p>The University of Pikeville is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To achieve this goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.</p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p>The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.</p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p>For more information about the University of Pikeville, please visit <a href=\"http://www.upike.edu/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http://www.upike.edu</a>. In addition to the application, interested applicants are requested to attach to their application a letter of interest, current resume, and contact information for three to five professional references.</p>\n<p><br></p>",
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