Dental Assistant - #304235

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VitalCore Health Strategies, (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Healthcare, has an opening for a PRN Day Shift Dental Assistant at Kenosha Detention Facility in Kenosha, Wisconsin!! Fridays (8:00AM-4PM) (9:00AM-5:00PM)

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring hardworking ethical 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.  

DENTAL ASSISTANT SCHEDULE

• PRN

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.


• Must have current CPR certification.


• Subject to initial and ongoing security clearance requirements.

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Keywords: Dental Assistant, Dental, Corrections

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