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 &amp; Dental AssistantCenturion is proud to be the provider of mental health and dental services to the Georgia Department of Corrections. <p></p> We are currently seeking a full time Dental Assistant to join our team at the Metro Re-entry Facility located in Atlanta, Georgia. <p></p> 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. <p></p> Schedule - Day Shift 32 hours/wk <p></p> Qualifications <p></p> High school diploma or its recognized equivalent <p></p> Completion of a technical school program in dental assisting or six months of experience as a dental assistant required <p></p> Georgia DA license or ability to obtain license <p></p> 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 <p></p> Certification and/or previous experience performing dental x-rays preferred <p></p> Must maintain current tuberculosis screening documentation and active CPR certification <p></p> Ability to obtain security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check <p></p> Benefits: <p></p> We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including: <p></p> Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance <p></p>401(k) with company match <p></p> Generous paid time off <p></p> Paid holidays <p></p> Flexible Spending Account <p></p> Continuing Education benefits <p></p> Much more... <p></p> indmhm <p></p>