Dental Assistant
| Estimated Pay | $21 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Leakesville, Mississippi |
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Estimated Pay$16.47
$21.03
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Job Description
VitalCore Health Strategies, (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Healthcare, has an opening for a Dental Assistant at South Mississippi Correctional Institution in Leakesville, Mississippi!
At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate and dedicated individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.
Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Life Insurance
- Short Term/Long Term Disability
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
- 401K & Plan Matching
- PTO
- Annual Incentive Bonus
DENTAL ASSISTANT SCHEDULE
- Full-Time
DENTAL ASSISTANT POSITION SUMMARY
The Dental Assistant works under direct supervision of the dentist while assisting with patient care, instruments, supplies and records.
DENTAL ASSISTANT ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Prepares operatory with appropriate instruments and material for the patients scheduled to be seen.
- Assists dentist during treatment, providing instruments, material retraction or suction. Sterilizes instruments and disinfects operatory between patients.
- Schedules patients for dental appointments.
- Performs laboratory procedures such as mixing impression material for dentures and assists in the clinical procedures of prosthetic dentistry.
- Develops and mounts routine radiographs. Assists in maintaining dental charts and records dental findings.
- Follows security regulations for keys, sharps, and controlled medications.
- Adheres to safety and security policies and participates in disaster drills.
- Adheres to Universal Precautions and other appropriate infection control practices.
- Inventories and orders supplies to maintain proper levels.
- Attends training and meetings as required.
DENTAL ASSISTANT REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, REGISTRATION
- Minimum of one-year dental assistant experience required.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Registered Dental Assistant Certification (preferred)
- Must have current CPR certification.
- Subject to initial and ongoing security clearance requirements.
VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives
Keywords: Dental Assistant, Dental, Corrections #indmississippi #ZR
Full-Time
We are committed to assisting individuals working for VitalCore to follow their passion and be proud of their accomplishments. We are involved and engaged daily and as needed to ensure that every employee has corporate level support and guidance. It is important to us that we set a positive tone to create and maintain healthy professional relationships and environments. We believe in expressing gratitude and acknowledging the dedication and performance of the staff at each facility.
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