Dental Assistant - McRae (74653)
About The Position
Centurion is proud to be the provider of mental health and dental services to the Georgia Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a PRN Dental Assistant to join our team at the McRae Women's Facility located in McRae, Georgia. The Dental Assistant works under the direct supervision, assisting the Dentist and/or Dental Hygienist in chairside dentistry in a correctional setting. Additional responsibilities include preparing and sterilizing dental instruments, preparing and maintaining the dental operatory, operating radiographic equipment, and additional administrative tasks as needed. Schedule - Mon-Thurs 6am-4:30pm
Requirements
- High school diploma or its recognized equivalent
- Completion of a technical school program in dental assisting or six months of experience as a dental assistant required
- Georgia DA license or ability to obtain license
- Certification as an expanded duty dental assistant preferred; if the candidate does not possess a current certificate, one must be obtained in the first year of employment
- Certification and/or previous experience performing dental x-rays preferred
- Must maintain current tuberculosis screening documentation and active CPR certification
- Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check
Nice To Haves
- Certification as an expanded duty dental assistant
- Certification and/or previous experience performing dental x-rays
Responsibilities
- Assisting the Dentist and/or Dental Hygienist in chairside dentistry
- Preparing and sterilizing dental instruments
- Preparing and maintaining the dental operatory
- Operating radiographic equipment
- Performing additional administrative tasks as needed
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Flexible Spending Account
- Continuing Education benefits
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
