DENTAL ASSISTANT

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd.; Michigan; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Job summary

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd. is seeking a dedicated individual for a dental assistant role in Michigan, focusing on providing high-quality healthcare to patients. Responsibilities include preparing for dental procedures, assisting with chair-side tasks, maintaining clinic cleanliness, and managing patient appointments. A minimum of one year of experience in dental assisting and relevant certifications are preferred, along with a commitment to upholding compliance with healthcare standards.

The company offers a competitive benefits package to enhance the wellbeing of its employees.

Qualifications

• Must have a current license or certification to practice in Michigan.
• Minimum of one year experience as a Dental Assistant preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Sterilize and lay out dental tools before procedures.
• Assist with chair-side procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the dental clinic.
• Schedule appointments and maintain dental charts.

Skills

Dental assisting

Patient care

OSHA compliance

X-ray techniques

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited dental assistant program certification

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

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 evidence‑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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