Centurion Health is hiring: Dental Assistant in Jefferson City

Job Details

Job Location
MO, Jefferson City - Algoa Correctional Center - JEFFERSON CITY, MO

Position Type
Full-Time

Education Level
High School Diploma/GED

Job Shift
Day

Job Category
Dental Hygienist & Dental Assistant

Description

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

Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare servicesto theMissouri Department of Corrections.We are currently seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to join our team at AlgoaCorrectional Centerlocated in Jefferson City,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.

Day shift; 4-10 hour shifts

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
• Missouri 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 a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check

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