Dental Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Complete a one- or two-year dental assistant program at a vocational school or community college.
• Maintain the required training and unrestricted Dental Assistant certification.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent GED.
• Be able to obtain CPR certification.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and/or confidential information.
• Demonstrate integrity and professionalism, adhere to a Code of Conduct, and comply with facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening.
• Be able to stand for long periods; lift and move patients weighing up to 50 pounds; bend, squat, reach, push, pull, and walk significant distances; and perform physically demanding tasks such as CPR while maintaining balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate dental services and assist the dentist with patient care, instruments, supplies, documentation, and dental department operations.
• Assist the dentist during treatment by providing instruments and materials, and by performing retraction or suction.
• Maintain dental equipment in good working order and keep the dental suite clean and well-stocked.
• Sterilize and disinfect equipment and tools.
• Assist with triage, dental sick-call requests, appointment scheduling, patient records, and other administrative tasks.
• Explain dental procedures and oral hygiene practices to patients.
• Take and develop X-rays and assist with dental laboratory functions.
• Prepare patients for dental procedures and assist patients with treatment while maintaining their rights, dignity, and health.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one.
• Prescriptions at no charge through the health plan, beginning on day one.
• Employee Assistance Program services.
• 401(k) and Roth plans with company contribution starting on day one.
• Tuition assistance.
• Referral bonuses.
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Free continuing education and CMEs.
• Competitive salaries and employee benefits.
• Career advancement opportunities within the company.