Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant Hopkinsville, KY Job Details $53,040 a year 5 days ago Qualifications CPR Certification BLS Certification CPR Dental x-ray Full Job Description The Dental Assistant will provide clinical support to the Dental Officer within the Health Services Department of a federal correctional facility. This role involves assisting with various dental specialties, maintaining equipment, and performing administrative tasks within a secure environment. The successful candidate must be able to work professionally with an inmate population from diverse backgrounds.

Location:

FCI Marion, 4500 Prison Road, Marion, IL 62959

Hours:

Normally Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm (excluding Federal holidays)

Key Responsibilities Clinical Assistance:

Assist the Dental Officer in restorative, oral surgery, periodontics, prosthetics, and general examinations.

Patient Management:

Retrieve inmate records, escort patients to the dental section, and prepare them for treatment.

Procedure Support:

Pass instruments, retract tissues, irrigate oral cavities, and operate aspirators during procedures.

Radiography:

Take digital radiographs, including periapical, occlusal, and panographic views, while minimizing radiation exposure.

Instrumentation:

Clean, sharpen, and sterilize dental instruments; prepare treatment rooms for subsequent patients.

Prosthetics & Restorations:

Perform procedures related to the fabrication and repair of dentures; make primary impressions and pour casts.

Administrative Duties:

Maintain electronic and paper dental treatment records and track scheduling for patient care.

Health Education:

Provide dental health education and instructions for follow-up appointments.

Qualifications & Requirements Education:

Specialty training from a licensed dentist or certification from an accredited Dental Assistant school.

Experience:

A minimum of two (2) years of experience providing dental assistant services.

Certifications:

o Certification in dental radiology and radiology safety. o Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification (American Red Cross or American Heart Association).

Preferred Skills:

Bilingual oral communication and experience in a clinical correctional setting are highly desirable.

Security & Compliance Background Investigation:

Must successfully complete a background investigation, including fingerprints, credit check, and law enforcement agency checks.

Professional Conduct:

Adhere to all institutional regulations regarding safety and security. Maintain a professional relationship with Adults in Custody (AICs) at all times.