What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant - Hays State Prison (72773) position at Centurion?
Centurion is proud to be the provider of mental health and dental services to the Georgia Department of Corrections.
We are currently seeking a full time Dental Assistant to join our team at the Hays State Prison located in Trion** , 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
Qualifications
- 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 security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check
Benefits:
We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:
- Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Flexible Spending Account
- Continuing Education benefits
- Much more...
For more questions contact Patrick Jones at pjones1@teamcenturion.com
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