Dental Assistant - Butner, NC Job at Prime Physicians, Butner, NC

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  • Prime Physicians
  • Butner, NC

Job Description

Job Title: Dental Assistant

No. of Positions / Candidates Required: 3



Specialty: Dental Assisting in a correctional health setting serving Adults in Custody

Place of Work (City/State): Butner, NC

Site: FCC Butner Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP), Health Services

Location: Old Hwy 75, Butner, NC 27509

Duration: 1 year contract with the possibility of 4 optional years



Shift: Monday Friday, 7:30 AM 4:00 PM, 40 hrs/week and schedule may vary based on facility needs, with flexibility for emergencies.

Credentialing / Onboarding Time: 6 - 8 weeks



Certifications:

  • CPR certification (American Red Cross or AHA).

  • Dental Assistant certification

Experience Needed:

  • Minimum 2 years of experience providing Dental Assistant services.

Special Skills Needed:

  • Ability to collect and track data, enter data into the agency's electronic system, and track patient-care scheduling.

  • Knowledge and experience in maintaining patient medical records and confidentiality.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist the Dental Officer with exams, restorative procedures, oral surgery, periodontics, and prosthetics.

  • Prepare patients, treatment rooms, instruments, medications, and dental materials.

  • Provide chairside assistance, including instrument passing, suction, irrigation, and tissue retraction.

  • Perform dental and periodontal charting and maintain electronic/paper treatment records.

  • Take and process digital and standard dental X-rays while following radiation safety and infection-control procedures.

  • Assist with temporary fillings, rubber dams, periodontal procedures, impressions, casts, dentures, and appliance repairs under supervision.

  • Clean, sterilize, sharpen, and maintain dental instruments and equipment.

  • Assist with emergency cases, provide patient education, and explain procedures/follow-up instructions.

  • Follow BOP Health Services policies, infection-control standards, and required reporting procedures.

Prime Physicians is a physician-led, The Joint Commission (TJC) Accredited, ISO 9001 certified and CMMI Level 3 appraised organization. Our commitment extends beyond traditional consulting and management services, offering comprehensive solutions to hospitals, health systems, and federal government agencies. At the heart of our operations is the ultimate goal to deliver high-quality patient care. Driven by a mission to catalyze healthcare transformation and innovation, we offer an array of services designed to redefine the healthcare landscape. From program and project management to strategic planning, we enhance operational efficiency and streamline business processes. With Prime Physicians, the future of patient care is in skilled and dedicated hands, leading the way towards a more efficient, effective, and compassionate healthcare system.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Work at office, Monday to Friday, Shift work

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