Dental Assistant

Job Title

Dental Assistant – Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services

Provide competent and safe dental care to residents in a forensic population setting. Assist with dental procedures, preventive care, and resident communication while following agency protocols.

• Assist in the delivery of competent and safe dental care to residents.
• Support residents in the execution of preventive oral care programs.
• Use four‑handed dentistry techniques to aid dental procedures.
• Prioritize and schedule resident appointments.
• Collaborate with dental personnel to maintain resident oral health.

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Good planning and analytical decision‑making skills.
• Knowledge of overall dental and oral care practices; dental terminology and practice.
• Skilled in four‑handed dentistry.
• Ability to assist other personnel in conducting an effective preventative oral care program.
• Ability to work with residents, including non‑compliant residents.
• Ability to prioritize workload and schedule resident appointments.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

Experience with a forensic population preferred.

All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and pre‑employment drug screen. The investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks;
Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services check; employment verification; and verification of education relevant to employment.

Virginia Center for Behavioral Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Minority, veteran, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

This position is open until filled; applications will be reviewed within five (5) days of the date of this posting.

Name:
Jessica Aliff
Phone:
Email: jessica.aliffginia.gov