Dental Assistant

Centurion HealthLincoln, IL, United States

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Job Details

Job Location

Logan Correctional Center - Lincoln, IL

Position Type

Full-Time

Education Level

High School Diploma / GED

Job Shift

Day

Job Category

Dental Hygienist & Dental Assistant

Description

Hourly salary of $24 / hour after successful completion of six month introductory period.

Centurion is proud to be the provider ofcomprehensive services to the Illinois Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a Full-time Day Shift Dental Assistant to join our teamat Logan Correctional Center in Lincoln, Illinois.

The Dental Assistant works under the direct supervision of the Dentist and / or Dental Hygienist in chairside dentistry in a correctional setting.

Essential Duties :

Preparing and sterilizing dental instruments
Preparing and maintaining the dental operatory
Operating radiographic equipment
Administrative tasks as needed

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent required

Completion of a technical school program in dental assisting or six (6) months of experience as a Dental Assistant required

Dental Assistant license or ability to obtain one required

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 show / obtain current Purified Protein Derivative (PPD) documentation for tuberculosis screening

Must be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check

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...

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Dental Assistant • Lincoln, IL, United States