Dental Assistant

CoreCivic; Watonga (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic in Oklahoma is seeking a Dental Assistant to support inmate dental care with precise instrument setup and treatment preparation. The role emphasizes maintaining sterilized equipment and a clean work area consistent with institutional protocols.

The candidate will also assist in managing dental supplies, ensure proper medication handling, and help prevent duplication of services while monitoring treatment progress.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• One year of dental assisting experience is required.
• Certificate or completion of a dental assistant training program is required.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Set up instruments for each patient and prepare treatment materials.
• Sterilize dental unit and instruments after each treatment.
• Control medication, syringes and dental supplies; inventory as required.
• Keep equipment and work area clean using sanitation methods.
• Review dental services to prevent inappropriate use or duplication.
• Review inmate status for completion of required interventions and services.

Skills

Dental assisting

Inmate care

Sanitation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Dental assistant training program

Tools

Dental instruments handling

Sterilization equipment

Job description

$20.89 / hour At

$20.89 / hour At CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Dental Assistants who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting.

The incumbent should be able to perform all of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the job performance requirements

• Assistant dentist with the treatment of inmates/residents by setting up all instruments for each patient and treatment to be rendered and preparing impressions and filling materials.


• After each treatment, sterilize the dental unit and instruments used and replace instruments prior to the next patient treatment.


• Control medication, syringes and other dental supplies or equipment; inventory as required by established procedures


• Keep equipment and work area clean; utilize appropriate sanitation methods.


• Review dental services provided to prevent the inappropriate use or duplication of services.


• Review status of inmates/residents for completion of all necessary intervention and treatments and services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent or greater.


• One-year dental assisting experience is required.


• Certificate or evidence of completion of a dental assistant training program or other requirements that meet the criteria of the Dental Practice Act in the state of practice, in compliance with contract or applicable statutes is required.


• A valid driver's license is required.


• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.