Dental Assistant: Impactful Care in NH Prison

Wexford Health Sources; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

CEUs available

Paid time off

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dental care at NH State Prison for Men in Concord, NH. The role involves chair-side assistance, patient prep, and infection control in a busy clinical setting.

You will help set up treatment areas, process intra-oral X-rays, maintain records, and manage supplies while upholding safety and quality standards. CPR and dental radiology certification are required or in-scope.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Dental Radiology Certification preferred or required.
• CPR certification required.
• Experience in a dental setting preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records is a plus.

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.
• Keep the dental clinic clean, stocked, and ready for daily operations.

Skills

Chair-side assistance

Infection control

Patient care

Record keeping

Education

High School diploma or GED

Dental Radiology Certification

Tools

X-ray equipment

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Wexford Health Sources is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dental care at NH State Prison for Men in Concord, NH. The role involves chair-side assistance, patient prep, and infection control in a busy clinical setting.

You will help set up treatment areas, process intra-oral X-rays, maintain records, and manage supplies while upholding safety and quality standards. CPR and dental radiology certification are required or in-scope.