Dental Assistant

NaphCare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

NaphCare is seeking a Dental Assistant at the Fulton County Jail in Atlanta. This opportunity offers newly graduated professionals the chance to train in correctional healthcare, providing essential dental care services in a unique environment that values security and patient care. With responsibilities ranging from assisting dentists to managing patient records, this role ensures a significant impact in the patients' lives.

Benefits

Health, dental & vision insurance

401K with company contribution

Tuition Assistance

Generous paid time off & holidays

Free continuing education and CMEs

Qualifications

• New grads are encouraged to apply!
• Must maintain proper training and unrestricted certification.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with treatments and maintain patient dental records.
• Prepare patients for dental procedures and sterilize equipment.
• Manage patient records and communicate dental procedures.

Skills

Integrity

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Education

Completion of a dental assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Job description

Overview

NaphCare is hiring a Dental Assistant to join our team of medical professionals in the Fulton County Jail in Atlanta, GA.

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!*

Responsibilities

As a Dental Assistant, your responsibilities will include preparing patients for dental procedures, assisting patients with treatments, and maintaining patient dental records while protecting the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Duties and responsibilities may include and not be limited to:

• 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

Qualifications

New grads are encouraged to apply!

Requirements / Qualifications

• Completion of a one or two-year dental assistant program at a vocational school or community college
• Maintain the proper training and unrestricted certification as a Dental Assistant
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Be able to obtain CPR certification
• 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

Physical Capabilities:

Must have the 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.

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one!
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

If you want a career where you can truly make a difference, apply now or send your resume to [e-mail] and speak with a recruiter and learn more about this position and NaphCare.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

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