Dental Assistant — Full-Time, Patient-Centered Care

Wexford Health Sources; Olive (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The Mount Olive Correctional Complex in Mount Olive, WV is seeking a Dental Assistant to join Wexford Health Sources. You will assist the dentist chair-side during exams, prepare patients, sterilize instruments, and keep the treatment areas organized to support daily operations.

This full-time role offers benefits, a stable schedule, and opportunities for growth in a correctional health care setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• CPR certification required.
• Experience in a dental setting and/or correctional health care preferred.
• Dental certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist chair-side during exams and procedures.
• Prepare patients for treatment and support dental hygiene education.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control standards.
• Set up and break down treatment areas and equipment.
• Take and process intra-oral x-rays as permitted.
• Maintain accurate patient records in the medical record system.
• Manage dental supplies, inventory, and equipment maintenance.
• Support dental sick calls and emergency screenings.
• Ensure the dental clinic remains clean, stocked, and ready for daily operations.

Skills

CPR certification

Dental experience

Correctional health care experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Dental certification

Job description

The Mount Olive Correctional Complex in Mount Olive, WV is seeking a Dental Assistant to join Wexford Health Sources. You will assist the dentist chair-side during exams, prepare patients, sterilize instruments, and keep the treatment areas organized to support daily operations.

This full-time role offers benefits, a stable schedule, and opportunities for growth in a correctional health care setting.