Dental Assistant - Smith State Prison

Centurion is proud to be the provider of mental health and dental services to the Georgia Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a full‑time Dental Assistant to join our team at Smith State Prison in Glennville, GA.

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 performing additional administrative tasks as needed.

Schedule – Day Shift Mon – Thu, 6:00AM to 4:30PM.

• 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.
• Georgia 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 security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check.

• 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.