Correctional Dental Assistant, Full-Time, X-ray Certified

Centurion Health; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Centurion Health is seeking a Full-time Dental Assistant for Heritage Trail Correctional Facility in Plainfield, Indiana. The assistant works under the direct supervision of the Dentist and/or Dental Hygienist in chairside dentistry within a correctional setting.

Essential duties include preparing and sterilizing instruments, maintaining the operatory, operating radiographic equipment, and performing administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a technical school program in dental assisting or minimum six (6) months of experience as a Dental Assistant required.
• Certification in Dental Radiology required.
• Certification as an Expanded Duty Dental Assistant preferred.
• Must show/obtain current PPD documentation for tuberculosis screening.
• Must be CPR certified.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance, drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and sterilizing dental instruments.
• Preparing and maintaining the dental operatory.
• Operating radiographic equipment.
• Administrative tasks as needed.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Centurion Health is seeking a Full-time Dental Assistant for Heritage Trail Correctional Facility in Plainfield, Indiana. The assistant works under the direct supervision of the Dentist and/or Dental Hygienist in chairside dentistry within a correctional setting.

Essential duties include preparing and sterilizing instruments, maintaining the operatory, operating radiographic equipment, and performing administrative tasks as needed.