Dental Assistant - Metro Reentry (81647)

Job DetailsJob Location: GA, Atlanta - Metro Reentry Facility - Atlanta, GA 30316Position Type: Full-TimeEducation Level: High School Diploma/GEDJob Shift: DayJob Category: Dental Hygienist & Dental AssistantCenturion is proud to be the provider of mental health and dental services to the Georgia Department of Corrections.

We are currently seeking a full time Dental Assistant to join our team at the Metro Re-entry Facility located in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Dental Assistant works under the direct supervision, assisting the Dentist and/or Dental Hygienist in chairside dentistry in a correctional setting. Additional responsibilities include preparing and sterilizing dental instruments, preparing and maintaining the dental operatory, operating radiographic equipment, and additional administrative tasks as needed.

Schedule - Day Shift 32 hours/wk

Qualifications

High school diploma or its recognized equivalent

Completion of a technical school program in dental assisting or six months of experience as a dental assistant required

Georgia DA license or ability to obtain license

Certification as an expanded duty dental assistant preferred; if the candidate does not possess a current certificate, one must be obtained in the first year of employment

Certification and/or previous experience performing dental x-rays preferred

Must maintain current tuberculosis screening documentation and active CPR certification

Ability to obtain security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check

Benefits:

We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:

Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Paid holidays

Flexible Spending Account

Continuing Education benefits

Much more...

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