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Dental Assistant at Core Civic
, Tennessee, United States -
Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Dental Assisting, Patient Care, Sterilization, Inventory Control, Sanitation, Treatment Preparation, Medication Control, Impression Preparation

Industry

Public Safety

Description
At CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Dental Assistants who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. The incumbent should be able to perform all of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the job performance requirements Assistant dentist with the treatment of inmates/residents by setting up all instruments for each patient and treatment to be rendered and preparing impressions and filling materials. After each treatment, sterilize the dental unit and instruments used and replace instruments prior to the next patient treatment. Control medication, syringes and other dental supplies or equipment; inventory as required by established procedures Keep equipment and work area clean; utilize appropriate sanitation methods. Review dental services provided to prevent the inappropriate use or duplication of services. Review status of inmates/residents for completion of all necessary intervention and treatments and services. 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. CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.
Responsibilities
The Dental Assistant will assist the dentist in treating inmates by preparing instruments and materials, sterilizing equipment, and maintaining a clean work area. They will also review dental services and the status of inmates to ensure necessary treatments are completed.