Staff Position

Assistant - Correctional Dental Assistant
Buchanan County Jail
St Joseph, MO

$16/hour
Posted 1 day ago

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Setting
    Correctional

Pay

Estimated pay
$16/hour

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Pet insurance
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Dental benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Medical benefits
  • Vision benefits

Qualifications

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Required
    Other
  • Eligible to work in US

Description

Job Details Job Location:    Buchanan County Jail - St Joseph, MO Salary Range:    $16.00 Hourly Description

Job Title: Dental Assistant

Job Description:

Join the TK Health team providing patient care where the need is highest. We are a correctional healthcare provider with a regional focus on our clinics in Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Missouri, Montana, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Texas Jails and Detention Centers. Our team oversees the day-to-day healthcare operations in facilities with inmate populations ranging from 25 to nearly 2,800 inmates. Our medical staff are afforded the opportunity to utilize their medical skills to their fullest capacity in a safe, secure, and unconventional environment.

All offers of employment at TK Health and TK Health Clinicians are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.

 

Location: Butler County Jail

Job Description: Dental Assistant

Under the supervision of the Dentist, the Dental Assistant supports dental care delivery in accordance with the established policies and procedures, current standards of practice and care and applicable state/federal regulations.

  • Part time

Qualifications:

· Dental Assistant license/certification/training completed

· Current CPR

· Ability to pass a background check

 

 

 

Qualifications
Turn Key Job ID #J0Z26259687. Posted job title: Dental Assistant

Employer

TK Health

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Jennifer K
Jennifer K
LPN / LVN (LPN / LVN)
Review of TK Health on Aug 17, 2024
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About
TK Health is a correctional health care company that is committed to providing an exceptional health care experience at the facilities we serve. We focus on providing a positive employee experience that flows on to enhanced health care for our patients, which ultimately achieves exceptional client satisfaction. TK Health operates in 9 states in over 100 county jails. We take pride in the comprehensive health care services available, including mental health services, to help provide a better future to diverse inmate populations as well as the community overall. TK Health provides employee advancement opportunities, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefit packages. Utilize your medical skills to the fullest capacity in a safe, secure environment while sharpening your clinical skills and gaining unparalleled nursing experience. If you are interested in beginning a career in correctional health care we would love to hear from you.
Response timewithin a day
Staff jobs$16–65/hour
Local contracts$16–65/hour
Per Diem / PRN roles$16–65/hour
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About Saint Joseph, MO

Cost of Living
  • Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
  • Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs of 86°F and winter lows of 17°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
Transportation
  • Car-friendly city with limited public transportation options.
Demographics
  • Diverse community with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
  • Saint Joseph has a growing population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
  • Variety of restaurants, local art scene, live music venues, sports events, and outdoor activities near the Missouri River.
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