Dental Assistant - Correctional Clinic, Day Shift (Full-Time)

Centurion Health; Michigan City (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Centurion Health is seeking a Dental Assistant for a full-time position at Indiana State Prison in Michigan City, IN. The role involves chairside dentistry under supervision of the Dentist and/or Dental Hygienist, in a correctional environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, and completion of a dental assisting program or six months of experience, plus radiology certification. CPR and ability to obtain security clearance are also required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical dental assisting program or minimum six months of experience required.
• Certification in Dental Radiology required.
• Expanded Duty Dental Assistant certification preferred.
• Must show PPD documentation for TB screening.
• CPR certification is required.
• Ability to obtain security clearance including drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist Dentist and Hygienist in chairside dentistry.
• Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and operatory.
• Operate radiographic equipment.
• Perform administrative tasks as needed.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical dental assisting program or 6 months experience

Dental Radiology certification

Expanded Duty Dental Assistant certification (preferred)

PPD tuberculosis screening documentation

CPR certification

Ability to obtain security clearance

Job description

Centurion Health is seeking a Dental Assistant for a full-time position at Indiana State Prison in Michigan City, IN. The role involves chairside dentistry under supervision of the Dentist and/or Dental Hygienist, in a correctional environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, and completion of a dental assisting program or six months of experience, plus radiology certification. CPR and ability to obtain security clearance are also required.