Dental Assistant at Decatur (81580)

Job DetailsJob Location: Decatur Correctional Center - Decatur, IL 62524Position Type: Full-TimeEducation Level: High School Diploma/GEDJob Category: Dental Hygienist & Dental AssistantFull Time, Monday- Friday 7a-5p $24.84/hour Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive services to the Illinois Department of Corrections.  We are currently seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to join our team at Decatur Correctional Center in Decatur, Illinois.  The Dental Assistant works under the direct supervision of the Dentist and/or Dental Hygienist in chairside dentistry in a correctional setting. Essential Duties: Preparing and sterilizing dental instruments Preparing and maintaining the dental operatory Operating radiographic equipment Administrative tasks as needed Qualifications High school diploma or GED equivalent required  Completion of a technical school program in dental assisting or six (6) months of experience as a Dental Assistant required  Dental Assistant license or ability to obtain one required 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 show/obtain current Purified Protein Derivative (PPD) documentation for tuberculosis screening Must be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check Available Shift: Days, 8AM-4PM; Monday-Friday  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 Flexible Spending Account Continuing Education benefits Much more...