Dental Assistant (F/T)

Correctional Psychiatric Services PC•Dartmouth, MA

61d•Onsite

About The Position

For over 32 years, CPS Healthcare has been more than a healthcare provider—we’ve been a trusted partner to the communities and correctional facilities we serve. As a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), we bring both expertise and heart to every patient interaction, knowing that thoughtful care can change lives. Every day, our team works side by side to provide compassionate, evidence-based medical and behavioral health services that make a real difference for those who need it most. Assist dentists during examination and treatment of patients.

Requirements

Minimum of 1 year experience as a dental assistant.
CPR certification required

Responsibilities

Provide direct assistance by keeping operating field clear, passing instruments and suctioning.
Sterilize instruments in the dental office.
Responsible for mixing of restorative materials.
Assist in taking intra-oral and extra-oral x-rays.
Develop and mount x-ray films.
Perform intra-oral tasks as defined by law.
Ensure that there are a sufficient number of trays set up for the day’s patients: pulpotomy, caries control, amalgam, perio/scaling.
Maintain x-ray unit, processor, autoclave and dental units according to specifications.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of dental clinic by cleaning the area daily and sanitizing the area weekly.
Take inventory of supplies and equipment to maintain sufficient levels.
Order supplies and equipment as needed with approval of the dentist.
It is an essential part of the job that CPS can ask the employee to work beyond his/her regularly scheduled hours.
Follow all security rules and regulations.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.