Dental Assistant

Job DetailsJob Location: GA, Atlanta - Metro Reentry Facility - Atlanta, GA 30316Position Type: Full-TimeEducation Level: High School Diploma/GEDJob Shift: DayJob Category: Dental Hygienist & Dental AssistantCenturion is proud to be the provider of mental health and dental servicesto the Georgia Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a full time Dental Assistant to join our team at the Metro Re-entry Facility located in Atlanta, 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 32 hours/wk Qualifications 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 Benefits Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance 401(k) with company match Generous paid time off Paid holidays Flexible Spending Account Continuing Education benefits Much more... indmhm #J-18808-Ljbffr