Dental Hygienist

NaphCare•Bessemer, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Dental Hygienist to join their team of medical professionals in the William E. Donaldson Correctional Facility in Bessemer, AL. As a Correctional Dental Hygienist, you will work alongside correctional officers and other dental professionals to provide dental care to the incarcerated individuals in residence. This is a unique position within a controlled environment where security is a top priority, offering a variety of duties to keep you engaged. New graduates are encouraged to apply, as NaphCare will provide training in the exciting field of correctional healthcare. The Dental Hygienist is responsible for performing dental prophylaxis, assessing oral health, and assisting the dentist with procedures while protecting the rights, dignity, and health of this unique patient population.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited dental hygiene program
Valid dental hygiene license in AL
Dental radiology certification is required
Must possess an active BLS/CPR Certification (AHA preferred)
Strong oral hygiene knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a correctional environment
Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
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
Ability 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 like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift

Responsibilities

Cleaning teeth, removing tartar and plaque, applying fluoride, and taking x-rays
Assisting the dentist with patient care, instruments, supplies, documentation and supporting the function of the dental department
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
Complete periodontal charting and, obtain other diagnostic records on patients
Perform facial and oral tissue and oral cancer screenings during exams
Provide thorough individualized oral hygiene instructions and/or other post-operative instructions to patients
Monitor oral hygiene and periodontal conditions on each patient
Use all functions and applications of TechCare™ relevant to document dental hygiene services within the patient record