Dental Assistant

Naphcare, Inc. • Montgomery, AL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a part-time Dental Assistant for a day-shift role at the Montgomery County Detention Facility in Montgomery, Alabama. The position supports the facility Dentist and healthcare team in providing dental care to an underserved patient population in a secure clinical environment. The Dental Assistant provides clinical and administrative support, assists with procedures, prepares treatment areas, maintains dental records, and helps ensure the dental clinic operates efficiently. 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.
• Display 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, and 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 functioning of the dental department.
• Assist the Dentist during treatment by providing instruments and materials, and by providing retraction or suction.
• 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.
• Prepare patients for dental procedures, assist with treatment, and maintain patient dental records while protecting patients’ rights, dignity, and health.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and employee benefits.
• Career advancement support.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one (listed for full-time employees).
• Prescriptions at no charge through the health plan beginning on day one (listed for full-time employees).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
• 401(k) and Roth plans with company contribution starting on day one (listed for full-time employees).
• Tuition assistance.
• Referral bonuses.
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Free continuing education and CMEs.

What This Job Offers

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