Dental Assistant

Vital Core Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care, has an opening for a PRN Dental Assistant at MCI-Framingham and MCI-Norfolk in MA.

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

At Vital Core 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 Vital Core Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

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

• PRN

• 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.

• 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 anddisinfects operatory between patients.
• Performs laboratory procedures such as mixing impression material for dentures and assists in the clinical procedures ofprosthetic 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.