Dental Assistant

Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Missouri Department of Corrections.

We are currently seeking a Part-time Dental Assistant to join our team at Farmington Correctional Center located in Farmington, 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.

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 preferred

Missouri 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

Day Shift - 16 hours Per weeks

We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:

Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
401(k) with company match
Generous paid time off
Paid holidays

Corrections facility medical clinic • CPR Certification • Dental office • Current TB test • Part-time • Preparing dental treatment areas • BLS Certification • Pass drug screening • Disability insurance • Health insurance • High school diploma or GED • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental insurance • Paid time off • Criminal background check • Dental x-ray • Dental equipment • Trade school • Day shift • Vision insurance • 401(k) matching • Dental Assisting • EFDA Certification • Life insurance • Entry level • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling