Dental Assistant

VitalCore Health Strategies; Augusta (GA); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 29.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

VitalCore Health Strategies, Augusta, Georgia, United States, is seeking a part-time Dental Assistant (20 hours per week) for the Charles B. Webster Detention Center in Augusta, GA.

The role operates under direct supervision of the dentist in a correctional healthcare setting. The position requires a minimum of one year of dental assisting experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a current CPR certification.

Formación

• Minimum of one-year dental assistant experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have current CPR certification.
• Subject to initial and ongoing security clearance requirements.

Responsabilidades

• Prepares operatory with appropriate instruments and material for the patients scheduled to be seen.
• Assists dentist during treatment, providing instruments, material retraction or suction.
• Sterilizes instruments and disinfects operatory between patients.
• Schedules patients for dental appointments.
• Performs laboratory procedures such as mixing impression material for dentures and assists in the clinical procedures of prosthetic dentistry.
• Develops and mounts routine radiographs.
• Assists in maintaining dental charts and records dental findings.
• Follows security regulations for keys, sharps, and controlled medications.
• Adheres to safety and security policies and participates in disaster drills.
• Adheres to Universal Precautions and other appropriate infection control practices.
• Inventories and orders supplies to maintain proper levels.
• Attends training and meetings as required.

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Current CPR certification

Minimum of one-year dental assistant experience

Descripción del empleo

Dental Assistant

VitalCore Health Strategies, Augusta, Georgia, United States

About this position

VitalCore Health Strategies, (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Healthcare, has an opening for a Dental Assistant at Charles B. Webster Detention Center in Augusta, Georgia for PRN.

Looking for a rewarding career in healthcare with competitive wages? At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate, dedicated individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first‑hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

Schedule

• Part Time
• 20 hours per week

Position Summary

The Dental Assistant works under direct supervision of the dentist while assisting with patient care, instruments, supplies and records in a correctional environment.

Essential Functions

• Prepares operatory with appropriate instruments and material for the patients scheduled to be seen.
• Assists dentist during treatment, providing instruments, material retraction or suction.
• Sterilizes instruments and disinfects operatory between patients.
• Schedules patients for dental appointments.
• Performs laboratory procedures such as mixing impression material for dentures and assists in the clinical procedures of prosthetic dentistry.
• Develops and mounts routine radiographs.
• Assists in maintaining dental charts and records dental findings.
• Follows security regulations for keys, sharps, and controlled medications.
• Adheres to safety and security policies and participates in disaster drills.
• Adheres to Universal Precautions and other appropriate infection control practices.
• Inventories and orders supplies to maintain proper levels.
• Attends training and meetings as required.

Required Education, Certifications, Registration

• Minimum of one-year dental assistant experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have current CPR certification.
• Subject to initial and ongoing security clearance requirements.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.