Dental Assistant

Naphcare, Inc.•Newcastle, WY

40d•$21 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Dental Assistant to join our team of medical professionals in the Wyoming Department of Corrections - Honor Conservation Camp in Newcastle, WY. Pay rates vary based on shift, site needs, and experience. Shifts and hours vary based on coverage needs and can be discussed upon interview. PRN shifts and hours vary based on coverage needs for FT shifts and will be determined by site leadership and prn employee availability. Pay rates range from $20.90 - $22.00 per hour based on Shift, FT, PRN, site needs, and experience. NaphCare is a family owned, healthcare technology company that has been delivering high quality healthcare to correctional facilities across the nation for over 35 years. Come join our team of over 5000 employees and growing! NaphCare pays well, offers outstanding benefits, and has an incredibly engaged corporate support team to make sure you have what you need to be truly excellent at what you do. NaphCare partners with correctional facilities to provide proactive, patient-focused healthcare. As a Correctional Dental Assistant, you will work alongside correctional officers and other dental professionals to provide dental care to the incarcerated individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have a variety of duties to keep you engaged. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical and dental needs. New grads are encouraged to apply - we'll train you in the exciting field of correctional healthcare!

Requirements

Must have a high school diploma or GED certificate
Maintain the proper training and unrestricted certification as a Dental Assistant in WY
Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association required)
Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Nice To Haves

New grads are encouraged to apply!

Responsibilities

Preparing patients for dental procedures
Assisting patients with treatments
Maintaining patient dental records while protecting the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population
Coordinating dental services and assisting Dentist with patient care, instruments, supplies, documentation and supporting the function of the dental department
Assisting Dentist during treatment by providing instruments, materials, retraction or suction
Ensuring all dental equipment properly maintained and in good working order and the dental suite is clean and well-stocked
Sterilizing and disinfecting equipment and tools
Assisting in triage, dental sick call requests, scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and performing other administrative tasks
Explaining dental procedures and oral hygiene practices to patients
Taking and developing x-rays, assisting with dental laboratory function