Grow Your Dental Career at UK HealthCare
Whether you’re just getting started or bringing years of experience, there’s an opportunity here designed for you. We’re currently hiring dental assistants, specialty dental assistants and dental hygienists, each playing a critical role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across our clinics.
At UK HealthCare, you’ll be part of an organization where dentistry connects directly to innovation, education and patient care at the highest level. This is where your skills grow, your voice matters and your work makes a real impact.
You’ll work alongside dentists, specialists and healthcare teams in an environment that values collaboration, learning and continuous improvement. Patients are diverse, cases are interesting and your role goes beyond routine tasks. You’re not just supporting care; you’re helping shape it.
- Team-based environment where your expertise is respected
- Opportunities to learn, grow and expand your skills
- A meaningful connection to patient outcomes and community health
Sign-on Bonus
for Dental Hygienists*
Sign-on Bonus
for Specialty Dental Assistants*
Sign-on Bonus
for Dental Assistants*
A great place to live and work.
We know a great role isn’t just about the work; it’s about everything around it. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid time off and holidays
- Tuition assistance
- Professional development opportunities
Lexington blends vibrant city energy with laid-back charm. You’ve got a growing food scene, local breweries, live music and college-town buzz, plus rolling horse farms and beautiful countryside just minutes away. It’s affordable, welcoming and easy to call home, whether you’re starting out or settling in.
If you’re ready to grow your career in a place that values your skills and invests in your future, UK HealthCare is ready for you.
Want to learn more?
Fill out our brief form and a recruiter will be in touch to discuss our opportunities.
If you have any questions about this event, please let us know via email at rnhiringevent@uky.edu.
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