Part Time Dental Assistant - 3 days a week TCIX (63635)

Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Tennessee Department of Correction. 

We are currently seeking a part-time Dental Assistant to join our team at the Turney Center Annex in Clifton, Tennessee. 

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.

Pay ranges from $21 to $28 per hour depending on experience.

• High school diploma or its recognized equivalent 
• Completion of a technical school program in dental assisting or six months of experience as a dental assistant required
• Tennessee DA license or ability to obtain license
• 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 maintain current tuberculosis screening documentation and active CPR certification
• Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check

This is 3 - 8 hour day position or 24 hours a week. 

We offer: 

•           A clinically interesting, diverse patient population in a secure and structured setting

•           An exciting and rewarding career in one of the fastest growing areas of healthcare

•           The ability to make a real difference to an important and underserved population

Contact:  Cathleen Garrison  cgarrison@teamcenturion.com

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