Dental Assistant - Omaha

State of Nebraska; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave (24 days first

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance $20k

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

PSLF eligibility

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

State of Nebraska's Correctional Services in Omaha seeks a Dental Assistant to support dentists in a correctional setting. You will prepare patients, operate dental and lab equipment, and provide chair-side assistance while exercising independent judgment.

The position offers 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, generous health and retirement benefits, PSLF eligibility, and ongoing training and advancement opportunities within a public service framework.

Qualifications

• Two-day Nebraska Board-approved course in dentistry and dental radiography, or equivalent.
• CODA-accredited dental assisting program including radiography training.
• Diploma or certificate documenting required radiographic and coronal polishing coursework.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and situate patients in the dental chair.
• Prepare instruments and materials for treatment.
• Expose, develop and mount dental X-rays as needed.
• Provide chair-side assistance during all patient treatments.
• Maintain instrument and clinic sanitation standards.

Education

CODA-accredited dental assisting program including coronal polishing

Possess two-year experience as dental assistant or equivalent coursework

CODA-accredited program with radiography training

Job description

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency

Correctional Services - Agency 46

Location:

Omaha, NE

Hiring Rate

$20.450

Job Posting

JR2026-00027466 Dental Assistant - Omaha (Open)

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Job Description

Additional $3.00/hour facility differential for hours worked PLUS:

• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave (24 days your first year, accruing immediately)
• Military leave
• 156% state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible through the Federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement
• Meaningful public service -- service with a purpose!
• Numerous training and development opportunities

Performs skilled responsible work assisting dentists in examining and rendering dental and oral care and surgery to patients in a correctional institution. Incumbents are required to exercise independent judgment. Work will include the operation of various types of dental and lab equipment. Advice and assistance are available from the dentist when unusual or difficult matters arise. Work is generally reviewed by the dentist through observation of work.

For information about the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) visit www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For more information about this position, call 402-471-2654. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at [e-mail].

Duties

• Prepares and situates patients in dental chair.
• Prepares dental instruments and materials necessary for treatment of patients.
• May expose, develop and mount dental x-rays.
• Provides chair-side dental assistance with all types of patient treatment.
• Maintains sanitation of instruments and facility.
• Assists dentist with oral surgery which may require assisting with general anesthesia.
• Assists in laboratory procedures. Responsible for the operation and maintenance of a small dental laboratory.

Requirements/ Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

To legally operate dental x-ray equipment and perform dental radiographic procedures in Nebraska, a dental assistant must meet the requirements shows below:

• Successfully complete a two-day course approved by the Nebraska Board of Dentistry and the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services Regulation and Licensure,
• OR Pass the national DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) exam,
• OR Successfully complete a dental assisting course from a CODA-accredited technical school or community college, which provides training in dental radiography as part of its curriculum.

To Perform Coronal Polishing Procedures Under The Direct Supervision Of a Licensed Dentist In The State Of Nebraska, a Dental Assistant Must

• Graduate from a CODA-accredited dental assisting program which includes a coronal polishing course,
• OR Complete one year (1500 hours minimum) of clinical work experience as a dental assistant and a Nebraska Board-approved course in polishing procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

Registration as a Certified Dental Assistant or high school education plus two years experience as a dental assistant.

Other

Will complete four to eight weeks of on-the-job training. Must pass background check. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the pre-employment medical examination and a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid Nebraska Department of Correctional Services pre-service training program.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.