Permanent Dental Assistant Job in Cape Girardeau, MO
The Dental Assistant will provide clinical support to the Dental Officer within the Health Services Department of a federal correctional facility. This role involves assisting with various dental specialties, maintaining equipment, and performing administrative tasks within a secure environment. The successful candidate must be able to work professionally with an inmate population from diverse backgrounds. Location: FCI Marion, 4500 Prison Road, Marion, IL 62959 Hours: Normally Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm (excluding Federal holidays) Key Responsibilities Clinical Assistance: Assist the Dental Officer in restorative, oral surgery, periodontics, prosthetics, and general examinations. Patient Management: Retrieve inmate records, escort patients to the dental section, and prepare them for treatment. Procedure Support: Pass instruments, retract tissues, irrigate oral cavities, and operate aspirators during procedures. Radiography: Take digital radiographs, including periapical, occlusal, and panographic views, while minimizing radiation exposure. Instrumentation: Clean, sharpen, and sterilize dental instruments; prepare treatment rooms for subsequent patients. Prosthetics & Restorations: Perform procedures related to the fabrication and repair of dentures; make primary impressions and pour casts. Administrative Duties: Maintain electronic and paper dental treatment records and track scheduling for patient care. Health Education: Provide dental health education and instructions for follow-up appointments. Qualifications & Requirements Education: Specialty training from a licensed dentist or certification from an accredited Dental Assistant school. Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of experience providing dental assistant services. Certifications: o Certification in dental radiology and radiology safety. o Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification (American Red Cross or American Heart Association). Preferred Skills: Bilingual oral communication and experience in a clinical correctional setting are highly desirable. Security & Compliance Background Investigation: Must successfully complete a background investigation, including fingerprints, credit check, and law enforcement agency checks. Professional Conduct: Adhere to all institutional regulations regarding safety and security. Maintain a professional relationship with Adults in Custody (AICs) at all times.
