Dental Assistant

CoreCivic; Watonga (OK); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic seeks a Dental Assistant to support inmate dental care in an institutional setting in Watonga, OK. The role involves setting up instruments, preparing treatments, and maintaining a sterile environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of dental assisting experience, and a state-qualifying training certificate. A valid driver’s license and being at least 21 are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of dental assisting experience required.
• Certificate or completion of a dental assistant training program, meeting state Dental Practice Act criteria.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Minimum age 21 years.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist with inmate/resident dental treatments by setting up instruments and preparing materials.
• Sterilize dental unit and instruments after each treatment; replace instruments for next patient.
• Manage medications, syringes, and dental supplies; inventory as required by procedures.
• Keep equipment and work area clean; use proper sanitation methods.
• Review dental services to prevent misuse or duplication of services.
• Review inmate/resident treatment status to ensure completion of all interventions.

Skills

Dental assisting

Sterilization

Inventory management

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Dental assistant training certificate

Tools

Dental instruments

Sterilization equipment

Job description

$20.89 / hourAt

$20.89 / hourAt 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.