What are the responsibilities and job description for the DENTAL ASSISTANT position at State of Illinois?
Agency : Department of Corrections - Dixon Correctional Center
Opening Date/Time: 03/13/2023 12:00 A.M.
Closing Date/Time: 03/24/2023 11:59 P.M.
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $3,720/month; CBA Applies; Full Range: $3,720-$5,144/month
Job Type: Salaried Full Time
County: Lee
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC028
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
Posting Identification Number 23619
Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Corrections at Dixon Correctional Center is looking for a compassionate Dental Assistant at Dixon Correctional Center. The successful candidate will provide assistance to the onsite Dental Hygienist and Dentist and will aid with preparation of instruments, cleaning, sterilization of equipment and tool control. The Dental Assistant will assist with taking and developing X-rays, preparing mixtures and pouring impressions, and with chairside assistance and will be responsible for the scheduling of patients, appointment procedures and with maintaining treatment records. Additionally, the ideal candidate will be able to work with interdepartmental staff, within a correctional facility, in the Healthcare Unit. Dixon Correctional Center is distinct in its size as IDOC’s largest medium security facility and is unique in its diversity. The administration of the facility is divided into specialized areas that include units housing general population individuals in custody, older individuals with special needs, individuals with disabilities, as well as an Infirmary. The Special Treatment Center (STC) is a medium security center that houses both mentally ill and intellectually disabled individuals. The Dixon Psychiatric Unit (DPU) is a multi-security unit which serves as IDOC’s primary psychiatric correctional facility. Both the Special Treatment Center and Dixon Psychiatric Unit serve the needs of individuals who have mental health and intellectual disabilities, by providing programs geared specifically toward a “special needs” population as well as a therapeutic environment. If interested in this opportunity, please apply according to the instructions listed on the job posting. We invite all qualified applicants to apply.
Job Responsibilities
- Provides assistance to the dentist in routine handling of patients to include scheduling of services, taking and developing of x-rays, chairside assistance and handling of behavioral issues.
- Monitors various chemicals used for cleaning and processing in dental area.
- Prepares mixture and pours impressions.
- Maintains safety and sanitation of dental area.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of high school.
- Requires one (1) year experience as an attendant or equivalent experience in attending patients.
Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance)
- Prefers Dental Assistant Associate Degree or Certification.
- Prefers at least two (2) years prior dental assistant experience.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of chairside assistance experience.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of experience in the use of dental related equipment including dental tools, x-ray and sterilization equipment, including related chemical and cleaning agents.
- Prefers proficiency in the use of common office equipment such as basic computer usage.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of experience in scheduling patients and working with appointment procedures.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of experience in maintaining patient records and preparing reports.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
- Requires the ability to pass a drug screen. On January 1, 2020, the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act made it legal for residents over the age of 21 to produce, consume and sell cannabis in Illinois. Please note that although the law has changed, the Department will continue to enforce the Department’s zero tolerance Drug Testing policy. The use of unauthorized drugs, including cannabis, by an employee, regardless of the position held is prohibited.
- Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion. This commitment is at the forefront of our operations, hiring, policies and procedures, and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment, the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly, respectfully, and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agency’s success. IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued, respected, and included. Through our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including, but not limited to, racism, ageism, ableism, sexism, discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender, and religious oppression. The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in behavior of individuals in custody, operating successful reentry programs, and reducing victimization. Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation; state holidays and other benefit time off; and pre-tax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Work Hours: 8:00am to 4:00pm, Monday through Friday, Sat/Sun off
Work Location: Dixon Correctional Center - 2600 N Brinton Ave Dixon, IL 61021-9532
Agency Contact:
Kathy Newstrand
Email: kathy.newstrand@illinois.gov
Phone #:815-288-5561 Opt. 3
Job Family: Public Safety; Health Services
This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.
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