Dental Assistant — Inmate Care & Sterilization

CoreCivic; California City (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic is hiring Dental Assistants to provide quality care in an institutional setting. The role involves preparing patients, instruments, and materials for dental procedures within a secure facility.

The incumbent will sterilize equipment, manage supplies, and help ensure accurate delivery of dental services while maintaining sanitation and safety standards. A valid driver’s license and a minimum age of 21 are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent or greater.
• One-year dental assisting experience is required.
• Certificate or evidence of completion of a dental assistant training program or other requirements that meet the criteria of the Dental Practice Act in the state of practice, in compliance with contract or applicable statutes is required.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Set up instruments and prepare materials for each patient’s dental treatment.
• Sterilize the dental unit and instruments after each treatment and replace as needed.
• Manage medications, syringes and supplies; inventory per procedures.
• Keep workspace clean and sanitize equipment.
• Review dental services to prevent misuse or duplication.
• Review inmate status for completion of treatments and interventions.

Skills

Dental assisting experience

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma / GED

Dental assisting training certificate

Job description

CoreCivic is hiring Dental Assistants to provide quality care in an institutional setting. The role involves preparing patients, instruments, and materials for dental procedures within a secure facility.

The incumbent will sterilize equipment, manage supplies, and help ensure accurate delivery of dental services while maintaining sanitation and safety standards. A valid driver’s license and a minimum age of 21 are required.