Dental Assistant (Part-time)

Overview Great outcomes start with great people and Armor has an exciting opportunity for a Dental Assistant to join our team at Erie County Prison in Erie, PA. * The Dental Assistant will work every Friday with our Dentist. The hours are 7:00am 5:30pm (10 hour shifts) * Responsibilities Under general supervision of a Dentist, provide a range of clinical, administrative, and staff services in assisting the professional dental staff Assist the Dentist in providing dental and radiography procedures Provide chairside assistance to dentists in the performance of dental procedures to include preventive and prosthetic procedures Prepare, sterilize, organize, and set up dental equipment Ensure all dental instruments are cleaned, dated, and processed according to established clinic guidelines and OSHA standards; and maintains the overall cleanliness of the dental area Monitor, and maintain dental equipment such as radiographic developing equipment, and sterilizers in accordance with manufacturer’s guidelines Develop and process dental radiographs in accordance with provider orders Assist in monitoring and maintenance of radiation safety procedures and protocols Order and maintain inventories of dental clinic supplies Interact with and process dental clinic patients; schedule appointments, maintain dental charts, record dental findings using the POMR charting format Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Dental Assistant program with current state license/certification to practice Current CPR certificate At least one (1) year experience as a Dental Assistant Proficient with electronic medical records Ability to pass pre-employment Level 2 clearance to include background check and drug screen At Armor Health we are raising the standard of care to impact the lives of those we serve by partnering with exceptional correctional organizations to improve health care outcomes. We provide support for patients and foster the holistic wellness and well-being of the lives entrusted in our care. Armor is laser-focused on providing the best-in-class interventions to ensure optimal outcomes. Through our core values of embracing change, taking ownership, attention to detail, a sense of urgency, and a results oriented collaborative environment, we are a dynamic team that is transforming and revolutionizing correctional healthcare. If you want to join an exciting, dynamic and growing organization that is making a positive impact on the lives we serve, we look forward to considering you for this opportunity and to be part of our team! Armor Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all qualified employees and applicants. We comply with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including but not limited to those that prohibit discrimination based on color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, immigration status, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran's status, and citizenship. #J-18808-Ljbffr Armor Health