Certified Dental Assistant

Fidelity Partners; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Certified Dental Assistant will provide on-site dental support to the incarcerated patient population at FCC Tucson.

Working within the Health Services Department and under the direction of the Health Services Administrator and clinical staff, the Dental Assistant will provide chairside support, dental charting, diagnostic assistance, instrument sterilization, patient preparation, health-promotion support, and related administrative and security-compliance services.

Qualifications

• CPR certification required and maintained.
• Proof of completion of a Dental Assistant Program is required.
• Must possess a current state Dental Assistant license or credential per Bureau of Prisons requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside dental assistance and support the dentist during examinations and procedures.
• Perform dental charting and maintain documentation in line with clinical and institutional requirements.
• Assist with diagnostic procedures and prepare patients, treatment areas, instruments, and materials.
• Clean, disinfect, process, and sterilize dental instruments and equipment per infection-control standards.
• Receive patients, explain procedures within authority, and help reduce patient anxiety while maintaining professional boundaries.

Skills

CPR Certification

Education

Dental Assistant Program

Dental Assistant license/credential

Job description

Certified Dental Assistant – FCC Tucson, AZ

This Position Is Contingent Upon Contract Award

Work Location

Federal Bureau of Prisons

Federal Correctional Complex Tucson (FCC Tucson)

Health Services Department – Camp, Low, and Medium Facilities

9300 South Wilmot Road

Tucson, Arizona 85756

Position Details

Number of FTEs: 1.0 FTE

Type of Employment: Full-Time

Estimated Total Compensation: $28.26 per hour

Working Hours: Approximately 40 hours per week, normally Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., excluding federal holidays, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch. Specific days and hours are subject to mutual agreement with the Health Services Administrator.

Work Arrangement: On-site at FCC Tucson; remote or telework is not available.

Citizenship / Access Requirements: Must satisfy all Government and facility suitability, screening, health, onboarding, and access requirements applicable to the position.

Security Requirements: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the required NCIC background check, urinalysis, drug-free workplace requirements, institutional screening, and mandatory orientation. No classified security clearance is identified in the solicitation.

Summary of Services

The Certified Dental Assistant will provide on-site dental support to the incarcerated patient population at FCC Tucson. Working within the Health Services Department and under the direction of the Health Services Administrator and clinical staff, the Dental Assistant will provide chairside support, dental charting, diagnostic assistance, instrument sterilization, patient preparation, health-promotion support, and related administrative and security-compliance services.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Dental Assistant Education: Must provide proof of completion of a Dental Assistant Program.


• License / Credential: Must possess a current state Dental Assistant license or credential meeting the Bureau of Prisons' requirement.


• CPR Certification: Must possess and maintain current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.


• Experience: The solicitation does not specify a minimum number of years of experience; the candidate must demonstrate the education, training, knowledge, and ability required to perform the stated services.


• Must be able to work professionally and safely in a correctional healthcare environment with frequent contact with incarcerated individuals.


• Must be free of communicable diseases and provide testing records or other health documentation when requested, including documentation related to tuberculosis or immunity to selected communicable diseases.


• Must successfully complete all Government and facility screening, drug-testing, orientation, suitability, and access requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide chairside dental assistance and support the dentist during examinations and procedures.


• Perform dental charting and maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with clinical and institutional requirements.


• Assist with authorized diagnostic procedures and prepare patients, treatment areas, instruments, and materials for dental services.


• Clean, disinfect, process, and sterilize dental instruments and equipment in accordance with infection-control standards and facility procedures.


• Receive patients, explain procedures within the role's authority, and help reduce patient anxiety while maintaining professional boundaries.


• Support oral-health promotion and maintenance activities as directed by authorized clinical staff.


• Submit reports, evaluations, and other documentation requested by the Clinical Director, Health Services Administrator, or Contracting Officer's Representative.


• Maintain open and professional communication with the Clinical Director, Health Services Administrator, Contracting Officer's Representative, dentists, and other designated personnel.


• Protect patient information and Government records and comply with the Privacy Act, Bureau of Prisons Health Services Manual, local mandates, and Health Services Department policies.


• Follow all FCC Tucson security, accountability, safety, conduct, and access procedures; sign in and out, display the issued identification badge, and report security breaches or institutional-rule violations immediately.


• Maintain professional attire appropriate to a correctional healthcare setting, including a lab coat or smock as required.


• Attend required institutional familiarization, security orientation, training, and onboarding activities before beginning work with the Bureau of Prisons.


• Do not supervise Bureau of Prisons staff or incarcerated individuals, participate in inmate accountability, requisition or sign for supplies, or perform other restricted staff functions.


• Duties and responsibilities are subject to change if work schedules, locations, and/or priorities change based on Government or program needs.

Required Candidate Submission Documents

• Current resume identifying the proposed candidate and relevant education, training, and experience.


• Proof of completion of a Dental Assistant Program.


• Copy of the current state Dental Assistant license or credential required by the Bureau of Prisons.


• Copy of current CPR certification.


• Additional health, screening, credentialing, suitability, or onboarding documents requested by Fidelity Partners or the Government.

About Us

Fidelity Partners is an Inc. 5000 USA company that provides medical, technical, logistical, and administrative services to the federal government and commercial clients across the country. Fidelity offers competitive salaries and benefits packages.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to learn more about us at www.fidelitypartners.org, call us at [phone], or visit our careers page to join our team.

Fidelity Partners provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws (EOE).