Dental Assistant

NaphCare • Montgomery, AL

15h • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a part-time, day-shift Dental Assistant at the Montgomery County Detention Facility in Montgomery, Alabama. The Dental Assistant works alongside the facility Dentist and healthcare team to provide dental care to an underserved patient population, supporting clinical and administrative services. Duties include assisting with procedures, preparing treatment areas, maintaining dental records, and helping the dental clinic operate efficiently. The position offers consistent daytime hours in a secure clinical environment. New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Complete a one- or two-year dental assistant program at a vocational school or community college.
• Maintain appropriate training and unrestricted certification as a Dental Assistant.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Be able to obtain CPR certification; American Heart Association certification is required.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and/or confidential information.
• Demonstrate integrity and professionalism, adhere to a Code of Conduct, and comply with facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.
• Be able to stand for long periods; lift and move patients up to 50 pounds; bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks such as CPR while maintaining balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate dental services and assist the Dentist with patient care, instruments, supplies, documentation, and the function of the dental department.
• Prepare patients for dental procedures and assist them during treatment.
• Provide instruments and materials and assist with retraction or suction during treatment.
• Maintain dental equipment in good working order and keep the dental suite clean and well-stocked.
• Sterilize and disinfect equipment and tools.
• Assist with triage, dental sick-call requests, appointment scheduling, patient records, and other administrative tasks.
• Explain dental procedures and oral hygiene practices to patients.
• Take and develop x-rays and assist with dental laboratory functions.
• Protect the rights, dignity, health, and confidentiality of patients.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Generous employee benefits
• Career advancement support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED