Dental Assistant

VitalCore Health Strategies; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 63,039,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies Pontiac, Michigan, United States is seeking a PRN Dental Assistant to join the Oakland County Jail dental team. Under indirect supervision, you will assist with patient care, instruments, supplies and records while maintaining safety and infection control standards.

The role requires at least one year of dental assisting experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR certification, and valid x-ray certification.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Must have valid x-ray certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepares operatory with 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR certification

X-ray certification

Job description

About this position

Start A New Career with VitalCore Health Strategies! View our opportunities at: https://vitalcorehs.com/careers

VitalCore Health Strategies, (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Healthcareseeking a PRN Dental Assistant at Oakland County Jail in Pontiac, MI!

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

• PRN

DENTAL ASSISTANT POSITION SUMMARY

The Dental Assistant works under direct supervision of the dentist while assisting with patient care, instruments, supplies and records. DENTAL ASSISTANT ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSPrepares 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.

About this position

Start A New Career with VitalCore Health Strategies! View our opportunities at: https://vitalcorehs.com/careers

VitalCore Health Strategies, (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Healthcareseeking a PRN Dental Assistant at Oakland County Jail in Pontiac, MI!

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

• PRN

DENTAL ASSISTANT POSITION SUMMARY

The Dental Assistant works under direct supervision of the dentist while assisting with patient care, instruments, supplies and records. DENTAL ASSISTANT ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSPrepares 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 ASSISTANTREQUIRED 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. Must have valid x-ray certification.

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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

Salary Information

$22 - $25Hourly Wage

Dental Assistant

VitalCore Health Strategies Pontiac, Michigan, United States