POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

DENTAL ASSISTANT

The DeWitt-Piatt Bi-County Health Department is seeking qualified applicants to fulfill responsibilities as a part-time hourly Dental Assistant, needed 1-2 days per week.  The successful applicant will provide chair side assistance to a dentist and hygienist performing dental procedures; maintaining dental instruments and equipment in sanitary conditions; and assisting with office tasks.  The position will require considerable knowledge of the clinical and technical procedures and practices of preventive dentistry and oral hygiene.  The position requires at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent, with preparatory training as a dental assistant preferred but not required..  To apply, send a resume’ with cover letter to DPBHD, PO Box 518, Clinton, IL  61727 or email thall@dewittpiatthealth.com.  EOE.