Dental Assistant - Correctional Facility

Certified Dental Assistant – Dartmouth, MA

Job Type: Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (excludingholidays)

About Us
Amergis Staffing partners with correctional facilities to provide high-qualityhealthcare services. We are committed to delivering compassionate care andsupporting professionals in specialized healthcare environments.

Position Summary
We are seeking a Certified Dental Assistant to join our teamin a correctional healthcare setting in Dartmouth, MA. This role involvesassisting the dentist during examinations and treatments, maintaining a sterileenvironment, and ensuring smooth clinic operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist dentist during exams and procedures by passing instruments, suctioning, and maintaining a clear operating field.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain dental equipment.
• Mix restorative materials and assist with intra-oral and extra-oral x-rays.
• Develop and mount x-ray films.
• Prepare trays for daily procedures (e.g., pulpotomy, caries control, amalgam, perio/scaling).
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the dental clinic.
• Take inventory and order supplies with dentist approval.
• Follow all security rules and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (excluding holidays).
• Preferred: One Sunday per month (7:00 AM – 3:00 PM) when the oral surgeon is on-site. This is typically the third Sunday of each month, and will replace one weekday shift of your choosing. Not a deal breaker if unavailable for Sunday.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• CPR Certification (Required).
• At least 1 year of dental assistant experience.
• Must pass facility background clearance.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $25/hour
• Benefits include:
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive training in correctional healthcare

Why Work in Correctional Healthcare?

Correctional health offers a unique opportunity to work in adynamic, multidisciplinary environment. You’ll gain valuable experience,develop specialized skills, and make a meaningful impact on patient health andpublic safety.

Apply Today!
If you’re ready to make a difference and grow your career in a specializedhealthcare setting, apply now by contacting Adam Harrington atadharring@amergis.com.

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs 

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.  

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.