Dental Assistant (81593)

Dental Assistant

MO, Cameron - Crossroads Correctional Center - CAMERON, MO 64429

Position Type Full-Time Job Shift Day Education Level High School Diploma/GED Travel Percentage None Category Dental Hygienist & Dental Assistant

Pay Ranges from $19.50 - $23.50 per hour, depending on years of experience!

Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Missouri Department of Corrections.

We are currently seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to join our team at Crossroads Correctional Center located in Cameron, Missouri.

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.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or its recognized equivalent required
• Completion of a technical school program in dental assisting or six months of experience as a dental assistant preferred
• Missouri DA license or ability to obtain license preferred
• 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 and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check

Available Shift: Monday-Friday, Days, 8:00am-4:30pm

We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:

• 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...