Part Time Contract Dental Assistant Houston County Jail | Perry, Georgia Part Time | 1 Day Per Month | 8 Hour Shift Contract Position Bring Your Dental Skills to a Different Kind of Care Setting. Southern Health Partners is seeking a dependable Dental Assistant to work alongside our onsite dentist at the Houston County Jail . This is a unique opportunity for an experienced dental assistant who is looking for occasional, consistent work without committing to a traditional full-time dental office schedule. Our dentist provides dental services at the facility one day each month for an 8-hour shift , and we're looking for a dental assistant to support the dentist during those clinic days. What You'll Do Assist the dentist with patient care and chairside procedures Prepare the treatment area and dental instruments for clinic Assist with instrument sterilization and infection control procedures Prepare patients for dental treatment Assist with dental procedures as directed by the dentist Maintain a clean, organized, and properly stocked treatment area Assist with dental supplies and equipment Follow all applicable infection control and safety procedures Perform other dental assisting duties within your training and scope as directed by the dentist Work professionally and respectfully with patients in a correctional healthcare environment Qualifications Previous dental assisting experience required Current CPR certification preferred Knowledge of dental instruments, sterilization, and infection control procedures Comfortable working directly alongside a licensed dentist Strong attention to detail and ability to follow clinical instructions Professional, dependable, and able to maintain patient confidentiality Ability to work independently while supporting the dentist and healthcare team Correctional healthcare experience is not required Candidates with formal dental assisting education or certification are encouraged to apply. Schedule One day per month 8-hour shift This is a contract position and an excellent opportunity for an experienced dental assistant looking for occasional supplemental work. Why Work With Southern Health Partners? Correctional healthcare offers a unique opportunity to provide meaningful care to an underserved population in a safe, secure, and structured environment . You'll work alongside a dedicated dental professional while helping ensure patients receive access to important dental care. About Southern Health Partners For more than 30 years, Southern Health Partners has provided quality correctional healthcare services with a focus on patient care, clinical integrity, and a safe environment for both patients and healthcare professionals. If you're an experienced dental assistant looking for a flexible opportunity that makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you! Stay Connected Follow us for a behind-the-scenes look at life at

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