Dental Assistant

Job DetailsJob LocationMO, Bonne Terre - Eastern Rcpt Diagnostic & Correctional Ctr - BONNE TERRE, MOPosition TypeFull-TimeEducation LevelHigh School Diploma/GEDTravel PercentageNoneJob ShiftDayJob CategoryDental Hygienist & Dental AssistantDescriptionPay rates from $16.80-$18.40 per hour, depending on years of experience!Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Missouri Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to join our team at Eastern Reception, Diagnostic, and Correctional Center located in Bonne Terre, 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.QualificationsHigh school diploma or its recognized equivalent Completion of a technical school program in dental assisting or six months of experience as a dental assistant requiredMissouri DA license or ability to obtain licenseCertification 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 employmentCertification and/or previous experience performing dental x-rays preferredMust maintain current tuberculosis screening documentation and active CPR certificationAbility to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background checkAvailable Shift: Day Shift - Monday - FridayWe offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance401(k) with company matchGenerous paid time offPaid holidaysFlexible Spending AccountContinuing Education benefitsMuch more...For more information, please contact Nefretiri Spicer at 615-237-7113 or nspicer@teamcenturion.com#NS39INDMHM