Dental Assistant

VitalCore Health Strategies; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant for a full-time role at the Mecklenburg County Detention Center in Charlotte, NC. This position involves patient care, assisting with procedures, and maintaining records in a correctional environment. Candidates should have at least one year of experience and current CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one-year dental assistant experience required.
• Current CPR certification is necessary.
• Subject to ongoing security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during treatments and prepare the operatory.
• Schedule patient appointments and maintain dental charts.
• Follow security regulations and maintain infection control standards.

Skills

Patient Care

Infection Control

Time Management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Join the VitalCore Team in North Carolina! We’re people fueled by passion, not by profit!

VitalCore Health Strategies, (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Healthcare, has an opening fora Dental Assistant at Mecklenburg County Detention Center in Charlotte, North Carolina for Full-Time and PRN!!!

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring hardworking ethical 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.

DENTAL ASSISTANT SCHEDULE

• Full-Time
• PRN
  
  

Dental Assistant 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.

Dental Assistant 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.
  
  

Dental Assistant 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.

Keywords: Dental Assistant, Dental, Corrections

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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