Dental Assistant (79314)

Centurion Health; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Centurion Health is looking for a Part-Time Licensed Dental Assistant to join our team at the Hennepin County Department of Community Corrections Adult Correction Facility in Plymouth, MN. In this role, you will assist dentists and hygienists in chairside dentistry, maintain the dental operatory, and perform administrative tasks as needed.

The ideal candidate must hold a High School Diploma or GED and be a Licensed Dental Assistant in Minnesota. Experience in a correctional setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Licensed Dental Assistant in Minnesota required.
• Six months of experience as a Dental Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists and hygienists in chairside dentistry.
• Prepare and sterilize dental instruments.
• Operate radiographic equipment.

Skills

Assisting dentists and hygienists

Performing dental x-rays

Administrative tasks

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Licensed Dental Assistant in Minnesota

Job description

Job Details

Location: Hennepin County Department of Community Corrections Adult Correction Facility, Plymouth, MN 55447 and Juvenile Detention Center, Minneapolis, MN.

Position Type: Part-Time; Job Shift: Day; Travel Percentage: None; Salary: Per Diem, as needed.

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Licensed Dental Assistant in Minnesota required.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Licensed Dental Assistant to assist dentists and hygienists in chairside dentistry in a correctional setting. Duties include preparing and sterilizing dental instruments, maintaining the dental operatory, operating radiographic equipment, and performing administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Licensed Dental Assistant in the state of Minnesota.
• Six months of experience as a Dental Assistant preferred.
• Certification and/or previous experience performing dental x-rays preferred.
• Ability to obtain security clearance, including drug screen and criminal background check.