Dental Assistants for hire in Lexington, KY

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    500

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills9%
    Organizational Skills8%
    Time Management7%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED64%
    Associate's degree16%
    Vocational or technical training14%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years34%
    6-10 years26%
    3-5 years22%
  • Current company

    Aspen Dental
    HealthFirst Bluegrass
    Ams Dental
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years39%
    1-2 years31%
    More than 5 years17%

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Last updated: Sep 13, 2026

Dental Assistant: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Lexington, KY: $69,272 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $54,109$88,685 yearly

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  • Surgical Dental Assistant

    Lexington, Kentucky

    Licenses & certifications

    IV CertificationEDDA CertificationEKG CertificationCoronal Polish CertificateCPRCNA+1 more

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsCustomer ServiceComputer OperationComputer LiteracyComputer SkillsMedical Terminology
  • Dental Assistant

    Lexington, Kentucky

    Licenses & certifications

    Radiology CertificationEDDA CertificationX-Ray CertificationFirst Aid CertificationNitrous Oxide CertificationRadiation Health & Safety Certification+6 more

    Skills

    Paralegal ExperienceTime ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsDental TerminologyCasual Dining Experience
  • Certified Dental Assistant

    Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky

    Licenses & certifications

    Radiology CertificationEDDA CertificationX-Ray CertificationCPRRegistered Dental AssistantCertified Dental Assistant

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsLeadershipDental Office ExperienceDental Clinic ExperienceOffice ExperienceChairside Assisting
  • Lead Dental Assistant/Receptionist

    Lexington, Kentucky

    Licenses & certifications

    EDDA CertificationX-Ray CertificationDental LicenseRadiation Health & Safety CertificationEFDA CertificationDriver's License+12 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementPresentation SkillsPatient CarePatient Education
  • Surgical Dental Assistant

    Lexington, Kentucky

    Licenses & certifications

    Radiology CertificationAEDX-Ray CertificationFirst Aid CertificationRadiation Health & Safety CertificationCPR+2 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsDental TerminologyCommunication SkillsPersonal Assistant ExperienceDental Implants
  • Expanded Duties Dental Assistant

    Lexington, Kentucky

    Licenses & certifications

    EDDA CertificationX-Ray CertificationTeaching CertificationSubstitute Teaching CertificationRadiation Health & Safety CertificationEFDA Certification+9 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementStrategic PlanningLeadershipCommunication SkillsDental TerminologyFour Handed Dentistry

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What's the average time to fill a dental assistant role?

The average time to fill a dental assistant role is 99 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do dental assistants tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a dental assistant include: communication skills, organizational skills and time management.

What licenses or certifications are common for a dental assistant?

Common licenses or certifications for dental assistants include: EDDA Certification, X-Ray Certification and CPR.

What are some job titles related to dental assistants?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to dental assistants include: surgical dental assistant, lead dental assistant/receptionist and expanded duties dental assistant.

What level of education is common for a dental assistant?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a dental assistant in Lexington, KY, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a dental assistant?

Most dental assistants have 10 years of professional experience.

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