Dental Assistant

NaphCare, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NaphCare, Inc. is seeking a Dental Assistant for a contribution to correctional healthcare at the Jacksonville Pre-Trial Detention Center. This role requires active patient engagement, maintaining records, and assisting in treatments within a secure environment. Ideal for new graduates looking to make a significant impact in a unique healthcare setting.

Benefits

Health, dental & vision insurance starting day one

401K with company contribution

Generous paid time off & paid holidays

Free continuing education and CMEs

Qualifications

• Completion of a one or two-year dental assistant program.
• Maintain unrestricted certification as a Dental Assistant.
• Ability to obtain CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Preparing patients for dental procedures and assisting with treatments.
• Coordinating dental services and ensuring equipment is maintained.
• Assisting in triage and managing patient records.

Skills

Coordination

Patient Care

Medical Record Management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Completion of a dental assistant program

CPR certification

Job description

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NaphCare is hiring a Dental Assistant to join our team of medical professionals in the Jacksonville Pre-Trial Detention Center in Jacksonville, Florida.

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] to speak to a recruiter and learn more about this position and NaphCare.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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