Dental Assistant (Correctional Healthcare Setting)

Akicita Federal, LLC • Inez, KY

3d • $30 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a qualified Dental Assistant to provide onsite dental support services within a Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) correctional healthcare environment. The Dental Assistant will support dental providers during procedures, ensure proper sterilization and accountability of instruments, and assist with dental records in a secure institutional setting. The position requires professionalism, adaptability, and the ability to work with a diverse inmate population while adhering to strict federal and institutional regulations.

Requirements

• Formal training as a Dental Assistant AND
• Minimum of two (2) years documented experience, OR
• Current Dental Assistant certification
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS / CPR) certification (no lapse permitted)
• Ability to obtain and maintain institutional clearance
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse populations
• Must provide resume and documentation of education, training, and certifications
• Must be free from infectious diseases
• Any condition posing a risk to patients, staff, or inmates must be immediately reported
• Contractor is responsible for replacement staffing if removal is required

Responsibilities

• Assist the Dentist during routine and specialized dental procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms and dental instruments prior to procedures
• Maintain strict accountability, cleaning, and sterilization of dental instruments
• Utilize and maintain proficiency in the Bureau of Prisons Electronic Medical Record (BEMR) system
• Conduct oneself professionally at all times within a correctional environment
• Comply with all federal, state, and institutional healthcare standards
• Follow standards set by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Healthcare (AAAHC) and American Correctional Association (ACA)
• Report inmate rule violations or safety concerns to the Health Services Administrator or COR
• Perform additional dental assistant duties as assigned by the Dentist, within scope of practice

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed