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Centurion Health
Dental Assistant - Autry State Prison
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A Dental Assistant assists dentists in caring for patient's teeth. Helps patients get ready for treatment; prepares equipment and supplies. May perform some dental procedures under the direction of a dentist, such as fluoride application, if allowed under state regulations. Works in dental offices.
$41,076 / year median in Georgia
+22% projected growth
Job Description
Centurion 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 Autry State Prison located in Pelham, 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 Mon -Thurs 6AM to 430PM 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