CoreCivic is hiring: Dental Assistant in Nicholls

Overview

Dental Assistant role at CoreCivic

CoreCivic is currently seeking Dental Assistants who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting.

Salary: $20.00 / Hour

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists with treatment of inmates/residents by setting up all instruments for each patient and treatment, and preparing impressions and filling materials.
• After each treatment, sterilize the dental unit and instruments and replace instruments prior to the next patient treatment.
• Control medication, syringes and other dental supplies or equipment; inventory as required by established procedures.
• Keep equipment and work area clean; utilize appropriate sanitation methods.
• Review dental services provided to prevent inappropriate use or duplication of services.
• Review status of inmates/residents for completion of all necessary interventions and treatments and services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent or greater.
• One year of dental assisting experience is required.
• Certificate or evidence of completion of a dental assistant training program or other requirements that meet the criteria of the Dental Practice Act in the state of practice, in compliance with contract or applicable statutes is required.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age 18.

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EEO including Disability/Veteran.