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Centurion Health
Dental Assistant FT $23 per hour (83002)
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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.
$43,364 / year median in Indiana
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Dental Assistant FT $23 per hour (83002) IN, Plainfield - Heritage Trail Correctional Facility - PLAINFIELD, IN 46168 Apply Overview Position Type Full-Time Job Shift As Needed Education Level High School Diploma/GED Travel Percentage None Category Dental Hygienist & Dental Assistant Apply Description Pay Rate $23 per hour! Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Indiana Department of Corrections. We have partnered with Exos as our subcontractor for Dental Assistant services. We are currently seeking a Full-time Dental Assistant for an opportunity at Heritage Trail Correctional Facility located in Plainfield, Indiana. The Dental Assistant (Indiana) works under the direct supervision of the Dentist and/or Dental Hygienist in chairside dentistry in a correctional setting.
Essential Duties:
- Preparing and sterilizing dental instruments
- Preparing and maintaining the dental operatory
- Operating radiographic equipment
- Administrative tasks as needed Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required
- Completion of a technical school program in dental assisting or minimum six (6) months of experience as a Dental Assistant required
- Certification in Dental Radiology required
- Certification as an Expanded Duty Dental Assistant preferred
- Must show/obtain current Purified Protein Derivative (PPD) documentation for tuberculosis screening
- Must be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check