Dental Assistant - PRN

VitalCore Health Strategies; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS) in Saint Joseph, Michigan, seeks a PRN Dental Assistant to support the dentist with patient care, instruments, supplies, and records at the Berrien County Jail. Working 1 day per week for 4–5 hours, you will assist during treatment and ensure operatory readiness and infection control.

The role requires at least one year of dental assistant experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and current CPR certification, with eligibility for security clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one-year dental assistant experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Subject to initial and ongoing security clearance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepares operatory with appropriate instruments and material for the patients scheduled to be seen.
• Assists dentist during treatment, providing instruments, material retraction or suction. Sterilizes instruments and disinfects operatory between patients.
• Performs laboratory procedures such as mixing impression material for dentures and assists in the clinical procedures of prosthetic dentistry.
• Develops and mounts routine radiographs. Maintains dental charts and records of dental findings.
• Follows security regulations for keys, sharps, and controlled medications.
• Adheres to safety and security policies and participates in disaster drills.
• Adheres to Universal Precautions and other infection control practices.
• Inventories and orders supplies to maintain proper levels.
• Attends training and meetings as required.

Skills

Dental assisting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

VitalCore Health Strategies, (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Healthcare, has an opening for Dental Assistant at Berrien County Jail in Saint Joseph, Michigan for PRN!

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring hardworking ethical individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

DENTAL ASSISTANT SCHEDULE

• PRN - 1 day per week for 4-5 hours/day

DENTAL ASSISTANT POSITION SUMMARY

The Dental Assistant works under direct supervision of the dentist while assisting with patient care, instruments, supplies and records.

DENTAL ASSISTANT ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepares operatory with appropriate instruments and material for the patients scheduled to be seen.
• Assists dentist during treatment, providing instruments, material retraction or suction. Sterilizes instruments and disinfects operatory between patients.
• Performs laboratory procedures such as mixing impression material for dentures and assists in the clinical procedures of prosthetic dentistry.
• Develops and mounts routine radiographs. Assists in maintaining dental charts and records dental findings.
• Follows security regulations for keys, sharps, and controlled medications.
• Adheres to safety and security policies and participates in disaster drills.
• Adheres to Universal Precautions and other appropriate infection control practices.
• Inventories and orders supplies to maintain proper levels.
• Attends training and meetings as required.

DENTAL ASSISTANT REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, REGISTRATION

• Minimum of one-year dental assistant experience required.

High school diploma or equivalent.

• Must have current CPR certification.
• Subject to initial and ongoing security clearance requirements.

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