Dental Assistant

Join the VitalCore Health Strategies Team! We’re people who are fueled by passion, not by profit. 

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care, has an opening for a Full-Time (32 hours per week) Dental Assistant at North Central Correctional Institute in Gardner, MA.

Looking for a rewarding career in the field of healthcare with competitive wages, annual incentive payment, and excellent benefits package?

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate, dedicated 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 POSITION SUMMARY

The Dental Technician/Assistant works under direct supervision of the dentist while assisting with patient care, instruments, supplies and records.

DENTAL ASSISTANT SCHEDULE

• Full-Time
• Day Shift

DENTAL ASSISTANT MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one-year dental assistant experience required.
• Must have current CPR certification.
• Subject to initial and ongoing security clearance requirements.

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.