Hourly Dental Assistant (PHCW)

Georgia Department of Public Health; Canton (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Dental Assistant at the Georgia Department of Public Health. This part-time role involves assisting dentists, preparing instruments, and promoting patient oral health. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or relevant vocational training, along with strong communication skills.

Benefits

Workplace flexibility

Continuous learning opportunities

Dynamic and diverse team environment

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in a dental setting.
• Instructs clients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.
• Prepares dental instruments and sterilizes them.

Responsibilities

• Assists dentist in management of medical and dental emergencies.
• Exposes dental diagnostic x-rays.
• Records treatment information in client records.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Familiar with Phosphor Plate Digital Radiographs

Education

High school diploma/GED

Vocational/Technical degree in dental assisting

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Who we are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.

Benefits

What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you.
  
  

As a Dental Assistant within the Cherokee County Dental Department at the Georgia Department of Public Health, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting the lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.

Location: Cherokee County Health Department in Canton, GA.

This is an hourly position that works up to 29 hours per week max.

Job Responsibilities

Under direct supervision, learns to assist the dentist and/or hygienist in chair-side dentistry. Prepares dental instruments. May perform administrative duties.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists dentist in management of medical and dental emergencies.
• Exposes dental diagnostic x-rays.
• Instructs clients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.
• Makes preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
• Pours, trims, and polishes study casts.
• Prepares client for procedures.
• Prepares materials and assists dentist during dental procedures.
• Sterilizes and disinfects instruments.
• Sets up instrument trays.
• Provides post operative instructions prescribed by the dentist.
• Records treatment information in client records.
• Takes and records medical and dental histories.
• Takes and records vital signs of client.
• Receives additional training, as required, to gain full proficiency and experience in all areas.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED AND six (6) months of experience in a dental setting.

OR

Vocational/Technical degree in dental assisting from an accredited college.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Familiar with Phosphor Plate Digital Radiographs.
  
  

Additional Information

Employment Information

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.

CBH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered.

All positions require criminal history record check. Required education credentials, license, certification and/or registration must be submitted prior to employment in the position. Some positions require pre-employment drug testing in which the applicant who is offered the position will be required to successfully complete.

As an employee of CBH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

This announcement is open to all persons meeting minimum qualifications. If special accommodations are needed, contact the District Personnel Office at 706/529-5757.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This posting is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

For more information regarding employment within the North Georgia Health District, please log on to our website at www.nghd.org.

The CBH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Employment type

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