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Dental Assistant

CoreCivic

Estancia, NMJob$19.24/hrPosted 4mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$19.24/hr
Location
Estancia, NM
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Certificate Or Evidence Of Completion Of Dental Assistant Training ProgramValid Driver's License

Job overview

CoreCivic is hiring a Dental Assistant. CoreCivic is seeking Dental Assistants to provide high-quality dental care in an institutional setting. The role involves assisting dentists with inmate/resident treatments, sterilizing instruments, controlling dental supplies, maintaining a clean work area, and reviewing dental services.

Key focus areas include Assist dentist with treatment of inmates/residents by setting up instruments., Prepare impressions and filling materials for patients., and Sterilize dental unit and instruments after each treatment..

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma, 1+ Years Dental Assisting, and Dental Assistant Training Certificate. Important skills include Assist Dentist With Treatment, Prepare Impressions, Prepare Filling Materials, Sterilize Dental Unit, Sterilize Instruments, and Control Medication.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Assist Dentist With TreatmentPrepare ImpressionsPrepare Filling MaterialsSterilize Dental UnitSterilize InstrumentsControl MedicationControl SyringesControl Dental SuppliesControl Dental EquipmentInventory Dental SuppliesInventory Dental EquipmentKeep Equipment CleanKeep Work Area CleanUtilize Appropriate Sanitation MethodsReview Dental ServicesReview Status of Inmates/Residents

Qualifications

High School Diploma, GED Certification or Equivalent or Greater1 Year Dental Assisting ExperienceCertificate or Evidence of Completion of Dental Assistant Training ProgramMeet Criteria of Dental Practice Act in State of PracticeValid Driver's LicenseMust Be 18+

Full job description

$19.24 / hour

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

  1. 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.

  2. After each treatment, sterilize the dental unit and instruments used and replace instruments prior to the next patient treatment.

  3. Control medication, syringes and other dental supplies or equipment; inventory as required by established procedures

  4. Keep equipment and work area clean; utilize appropriate sanitation methods.

  5. Review dental services provided to prevent the inappropriate use or duplication of services.

  6. 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.

  • Oneyear of dental assisting experience is required.

  • Certificate or evidence of completion of adental assistant training program or other requirements that meet the criteriaof the Dental Practice Act in the state of practice, in compliance with contractor applicable statutes is required.

  • A valid driver's license is required.

  • Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.

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