DENTAL ASSISTANT

GEO Corrections & Detentions; Baldwin Township (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

GEO Corrections & Detentions in Baldwin Township, MI, is looking for a dedicated Dental Assistant to deliver high-quality healthcare to patients. Responsibilities include sterilizing dental instruments, assisting in procedures, maintaining clinic cleanliness, and managing patient schedules.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, completion of a recognized dental assistant program, and ideally one year of experience. This position offers a competitive benefits package to support physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Current license or certification to practice in the state required.

Responsibilities

• Sterilize and lay out dental tools before procedures.
• Assist with chair-side procedures.
• Keep the operating field clear during procedures.

Skills

Assisting with chair-side procedures

Taking intra-oral and extra-oral x-rays

Maintaining cleanliness according to OSHA standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate from an accredited dental assistant program

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.
• Maintains compliance with company policies for accreditation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• 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.

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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