DENTAL ASSISTANT

The GEO Group, Inc.; Adelanto (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is hiring a Dental Assistant to support our dental clinic in Adelanto, CA. You will sterilize tools, assist with procedures, and manage x-ray imaging while maintaining a clean, compliant environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a dental assisting program credential, and a US citizenship. Prior experience is preferred; 21+ age, and a valid state license or certification may be required by the facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate from an accredited dental assistant program and current license or certification to practice in the state where the facility is located.
• Minimum one year of experience as a Dental Assistant preferred.
• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Sterilize and lay out dental tools and instruments before procedures.
• Assist with chair-side procedures including passing instruments and suctioning.
• Take intra- and extra-oral x-rays and develop films.
• Maintain cleanliness and OSHA-compliant sanitation in the clinic.
• Schedule appointments and maintain dental charts.

Skills

Dental assisting

Sterilization

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Dental Assistant license

Job description

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.

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

Help us bring the highest quality of healthcare to every patient by:

• Sterilizing and laying out dental tools and instruments before scheduled procedures.
• Assisting with chair-side procedures such as keeping the operating field clear, passing instruments, suctioning, mixing materials, etc.
• Assisting in taking intra-oral and extra-oral x-rays.
• Developing and mounting x-ray films.
• Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of dental clinic according to OSHA standards.
• Performing dental screenings and scheduling appointments.
• Maintaining dental charts and recording findings.
• Preparing patient's schedule for escort officer.

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.
• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age or older.

Physical Requirements

• Lift or carry up to 20 lbs.; walk, bend, stoop, drive automatic equipment vehicles (61-100% of the time).
• Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 40 lbs.; stand, and climb (31-60% of the time).

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