Agency
Adult CorrectionDivision
COO - OPS - Institutions OperationsJob Classification Title
Dental Assistant (S)Position Number
Grade
MH04About Us
The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention protection and preparation as well as the care custody and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody healthcare and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration Health Services Rehabilitation & Reentry Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!
Description of Work
Reporting to the Dentist this position is located in the medical section at Warren Correctional Institution Manson NC Warren CountyKnowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
The Dental Assistant will render technical assistance to the dentist in the care of all dental patients. This position provides primary
clinical support for patient care by performing dental assisting duties in a variety of clinical settings.
Job responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Maintaining inventories of supplies and equipment
Cleaning and sterilizing instruments
Preparing and arranging instrument trays for clinical use
Explaining procedures while providing support to patients
Passing instruments to the dentist during procedures
Preparing impression and filling materials
Operating oral evacuating equipment retractors and water/air sprays
Monitoring the patients behavior and vital signs as requested by the dentist
Completing patient records and charts billings and reappointments
Clearing and cleaning the operatory and instruments.
Taking routine x-rays and photographs
Instructing patient or health care staff in basic oral hygiene
Positions in this class may have some responsibility for orienting dental and dental assistant students in the utilization of dental
assistants in office management patient relations and routine chair-side procedures.
May require travel to other DAC facilities if necessary to support Dental Health Service
Salary Range: $ 35770 $53654
Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:
The Posting Will Close At 11:59 PM The Night Before The End Date
State Benefits Information:
The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Visit the State Benefits website for additional information.
About The Division of Comprehensive Health Services:
Comprehensive Health Services (CHS) delivers health services to individuals incarcerated in North Carolina state prisons. Our mission is to provide constitutionally appropriate medical mental health dental and pharmaceutical care that meets professional standards. CHS health professionals ensure access to timely essential and comprehensive services and programs that support the wellbeing of incarcerated individuals. This care is delivered by licensed staff and through partnerships with private providers and the University of North Carolina system.
Supplemental Application Information
Application Process
NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. For more information about the North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections (NCDAC) please visit us at our website.
Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application.
Applications must include:
Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application please log in to your account. The hiring process may take several weeks.
Education Equivalency Verification
The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service please visit the NACES membership website at and National Guard Preference
PREA Requirement
The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the National Standards to Prevent Detect and Respond to Prison Rape. Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibition
ADA Accommodations
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment NCDAC will ensure that people with disabilities or known limitations covered by the PWFA are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact the person indicated below.
Minimum Education and Experience
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
Completion of a dental assistant program from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of on-the-job training as a dental assistant and required x-ray training when needed;
or
an equivalent combination of education and experience.
EEO Statement
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.
Recruiter:
Monique Williams CowanEmail:
Required Experience:
Junior IC