Dental Assistant FT UCHC NSP (multiple vacancies)

Rutgers University; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join their team at a correctional facility. This full-time role involves assisting dentists during patient examinations and treatments, preparing the operatory, and managing dental records. The ideal candidate will have completed an accredited dental assisting program and hold the necessary certifications. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment while ensuring high standards of patient care. If you are passionate about dental health and eager to contribute to a vital service, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Dental Assisting Program.
• Certification as a Dental Assistant in New Jersey is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during examinations and treatments.
• Prepare operatory with instruments and materials for patients.

Skills

Dental Assisting

CPR Certification

Radiology Technology

Inventory Management

Education

Accredited Dental Assisting Program

Tools

X-ray Unit

Autoclave

Film Processor

Job description

Dental Assistant FT UCHC NSP (multiple vacancies)

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Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Dental Assistant to work at the Northern State Prison located in Newark, New Jersey. The Dental Assistant assists the Dentist during the examination and treatment of patients by performing certain inter-oral tasks under the direct supervision of a licensed dentist.

Responsibilities

• Prepares operatory with appropriate instruments and material for the patients scheduled to be seen.
• Provides chair-side assistance during treatment recognizing the dentist’s need for instruments, material, retraction or suction.
• Mixes and fabricates restorative materials; sterilizes instruments and disinfects operatory between patients.
• Develops and mounts routine radiographs; assists in exposing intra-oral and extra-oral radiographs; maintains and cleans x-ray unit, film processor, autoclave, wet tank and dental unit.
• Orders and keeps inventory of supplies to maintain established levels.
• Assists in maintaining dental charts, dental findings, maintains confidentiality of the dental records and schedules patients for dental appointments.
• Collects requested data for dental clinic reports.

Position Status

Full Time, 40 hours per week, Day shift. This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Dental Assisting Program.
• Certification as a Dental Assistant in the State of New Jersey.
• Valid Dental Radiology Technology License issued by the NJ Department of Environmental Protection.
• Must be certified in CPR.
• Valid driver’s license is required. Possesses own vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Special Conditions

Must be approved by the Department of Corrections (DOC) and adhere to all DOC requirements.

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law.