Dental Assistant - DA (PRN)

Job DetailsJob LocationID, Kuna - Idaho State Correctional Center - Kuna, IDPosition TypePer DiemEducation LevelHigh School Diploma/GEDTravel PercentageNoneJob ShiftAs NeededJob CategoryDental Hygienist & Dental AssistantDescriptionCenturion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Idaho Department of Correction. We are currently seeking a per-diem Dental Assistant to join our team at Idaho State Correctional Center located in Kuna, Idaho. Centurion Health contracts with state and local governments nationwide to provide comprehensive healthcare services to correctional facilities, state hospitals, and other community settings. Our dedication to making a difference and our passionate team of the best and the brightest healthcare employees has made us one of the leaders of the correctional health industry. Whether you are driven by purpose and impact or on a journey of professional growth, our opportunities can offer both.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 requiredIdaho 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 checkShift: PRN as needed For more information, please reach out to Maddy Greear at mgreear@teamcenturion.com or 208-274-7086#MGindmhm