DENTAL ASSISTANT

The GEO Group, Inc.; Colombia; Presencial; COP 16.740.000 - 25.668.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The GEO Group, Inc. through GEO Secured Services seeks a reliable Dental Assistant to support examination and oral surgery procedures for detainees.

Responsibilities include sterilizing instruments, chair-side assistance, passing instruments, suctioning, taking intra-oral and extra-oral x-rays, and maintaining dental charts and records in a compliant facility environment. Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and graduation from an accredited dental assistant program

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate from an accredited dental assistant program and current license or certification (where applicable) to practice in the state.
• A minimum of one year experience as a Dental Assistant preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Sterilizes instruments and prepares tools for procedures.
• Provides chair-side assistance by passing instruments and suctioning.
• Mixes restorative materials as required.
• Assists in taking intra-oral and extra-oral x-rays and develops mounts.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of dental clinic according to OSHA standards.
• Performs dental screenings and schedules appointments.
• Maintains dental charts and records dental findings.
• Schedules patients for dental appointments.
• Maintains scheduling for escort officer and adheres to accreditation policies.

Conocimientos

Sterilization

X-ray operation

Chair-side assistance

Suctioning

Patient scheduling

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate from accredited dental assistant program

Current license or certification

Descripción del empleo

Benefits Information

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

This job posting is anticipated to remain open until 08/28/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Who We Are

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work For GEO

• We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities

Summary

The Dental Assistant provides assistance during examination and oral surgery treatment of detainees/inmates.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• The Dental Assistant sterilizes instruments in the dental office. Lays out needed tools and instruments for scheduled procedures.
• The Dental Assistant provides chair-side assistance by keeping operating field clear, passing instruments, and suctioning.
• Mixes restorative materials as required.
• The Dental Assistant assists in taking intra-oral and extra-oral x-rays as requested.
• Develops and mounts x-ray films.
• The Dental Assistant maintains cleanliness and sanitation of dental clinic according to OSHA standards.
• Performs dental screenings and schedules appointments as necessary.
• The Dental Assistant maintains dental charts and records dental findings.
• Schedules patients for dental appointments.
• The Dental Assistant prepares patient's schedule for escort officer.
• Maintains compliance with company policies for accreditation.
• The Dental Assistant performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• Graduate from an accredited dental assistant program and current license or certification (where applicable) to practice in the state in which the facility is located is required. Maintains a current copy of license on file at the facility at all times.
• A minimum of one (1) year experience as a Dental Assistant preferred.

GEO Secured Services