Part-Time Dental Assistant – Inmate Care Support

CFG Health; Mount Holly Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

CFG Health is seeking a part-time Dental Assistant to support the Dentist in providing quality care to inmate patients within a correctional facility. You will handle instrument preparation, suction, and retraction during procedures, while maintaining charts and educating patients on oral hygiene.

The role requires a CDA credential, an active X-ray license, and BLS certification, with prior dental office experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Completion of an accredited dental program from a community college, vocational school, technical institute, university, or dental school.
• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential.
• Current state X-Ray license.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Dentist during procedures, including preparing instruments, materials, suction, and retraction.
• Perform sterilization of instruments and disinfect operatories between patients.
• Assist with diagnostic X-rays and preparation of dental materials (cement, composite, impression materials, etc.).
• Maintain accurate patient dental charts and record findings.
• Provide patient education on oral hygiene and preventative care.
• Maintain dental operator and equipment in proper working order.
• Inventory and order supplies to ensure adequate stock levels.
• Adhere to infection control policies, universal precautions, and OSHA guidelines.

Skills

Dental instruments

Recordkeeping

Infection control

Sterilization

Tooth anatomy

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in fast-paced setting

Education

High School Diploma

Accredited dental program

CDA credential

X-Ray license

BLS certification

Job description

CFG Health is seeking a part-time Dental Assistant to support the Dentist in providing quality care to inmate patients within a correctional facility. You will handle instrument preparation, suction, and retraction during procedures, while maintaining charts and educating patients on oral hygiene.

The role requires a CDA credential, an active X-ray license, and BLS certification, with prior dental office experience preferred.