Dental Assistant - Correctional Health - Days (4x10 Schedule M-TH)

JPS Health Network; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

JPS Health Network is seeking a Dental Assistant for Correctional Health on a 4x10 schedule (Monday-Thursday). The role supports clinic readiness, chair-side assisting, X-ray duties, sterilization, and daily clinical operations within a correctional health setting.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, completion of a Dental Assistant program, and at least 1 year of relevant experience. BLS certification preferred; Texas license is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Completion of a Dental Assistant course from an accredited vocational school.
• 1+ year of on-the-job training in a dentist’s office or dental clinic.

Responsibilities

• Obtains and records patients’ vital signs, weight and observational data.
• Prepares operatories according to OSHA and TJC regulations.
• Performs and develops dental x-rays and QA on the x-ray processor.
• Prepares instruments for sterilization and operates sterilizers.
• Maintains operatory inventory and cleans the clinic.
• Assists with coverage at other Dental Centers as needed.
• Answers phone, relays messages and patient referrals.

Skills

Vital signs & data collection

Operatory setup

Dental radiography

Sterilization processes

Patient care & teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Dental Assistant program completion

Texas State Board license (preferred)

Tools

BLS certification (current)

Job description

Dental Assistant - Correctional Health - Days (4x10 Schedule M-TH)

Who We Are
JPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax-supported healthcare system in North Texas. Licensed for 582 beds, the network features over 25 locations across Tarrant County, with John Peter Smith Hospital a Level I Trauma Center, Tarrant County's only psychiatric emergency center, and the largest hospital-based family medical residency program in the nation. The health network employs more than 7,200 people.

Acclaim Multispecialty Group is the medical practice group featuring over 300 providers serving JPS Health Network. Specialties range from primary care to general surgery and trauma. The Acclaim Multispecialty Group formed around a common set of incentives and expectations supporting the operational, financial, and clinical performance
outcomes of the network. Our goal is to provide high quality, compassionate clinical care for every patient, every time.

Why JPS?
We're more than a hospital. We're 7,200 of the most dedicated people you could ever meet. Our goal is to make sure the people of our community get the care they need and deserve. As community stewards, we abide by three Rules of the Road:

1. Own it.Everyone who wears the JPS badge contributes to our journey to excellence.
2. Seek joy.Every day, every shift, we celebrate our patients, smile, and emphasize positivity.
3. Don't be a jerk.Everyone is treated with courtesy and respect. Smiling, laughter, compassion - key components of our everyday experience at JPS.

When working here, you're surrounded by passion, diversity, and dedication. We look forward to meeting you!

Dental Assistant - Correctional Health - Days (4x10 Schedule M-TH)

Requisition Number:

47004

Employment Type:

Full Time

Division:

CORRECTIONAL HEALTH

Compensation Type:

Hourly

Job Category:

Patient Care Support

M-Th 6:00AM - 4:30PM

Location:

Correctional Health

Shift Worked:

Day

Job Description:

Description: The Dental Assistant - CORR is responsible for the clinic and patient readiness including scheduling and organizing clinic maintenance. This position is responsible for chair-side assisting and performs variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties.

Typical Duties:

• Obtains and records patients’ vital signs, weight and collects specific observational data.
• Prepares operatories according to OSHA and TJC regulations.
• Performs and develops dental x-rays and performs routine QA on the x-ray processor.
• Prepares instruments for sterilization and operates sterilizers.
• Performs spore test (RAPID READOUT BIOLOGICAL INDICATOR), keeps records and services and maintains equipment.
• Maintains operatory inventory levels and cleanliness; performs mandatory assigned opening and closing specified clinic daily duties.
• Monitors and evaluates programs and services in adherence to the CHC dental program standards, OSHA standards, TJC, local ordinances, and state and federal laws applicable to assigned dental clinic.
• Interacts with internal and external customers with courtesy and respect expressing compassion and concern and projects a desire to be of service.
• Utilizes proper body mechanics when assisting transfer/transport of patients to and from dental chairs.
• Acts as dental care team member and assists with coverage at other Dental Centers as needed.
• Answers telephone, receives and relays messages and patient referrals as appropriate.
• Confirms next day patient appointments by telephone and notes responses on daily schedule printout.
• Maintains and continues professional growth and skill development by attending and participating in workshops, seminars and/ or other continuous education programs.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Required Education and Experience:
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Completion of a Dental Assistant course from an accredited vocational school.
• 1 plus year of on the job training in a dentist’s office or dental clinic.
• Preferred Education and Experience:
• Texas State board license.
• Current JPS recognized BLS certification and must be maintained throughout employment. May be obtained subsequent to hire.