Dental Assistant Part-time 16 hours per week

careers-naphcare; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 59,887,000 - 63,039,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance starting day one

401K with company contribution

Tuition assistance

Referral bonuses

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

NaphCare is hiring a part-time Dental Assistant to join our healthcare team at the Washoe County Jail in Reno, NV. The role supports the Dentist and corrections staff, delivering quality dental care in a structured environment.

The position is 16 hours per week with hourly pay between $20.90 and $22.00. Candidates bring a dental assistant program, CPR certification, and the ability to pass background checks, with responsibilities spanning patient prep, procedures, sterilization, and records

Qualifications

• Completion of a 1–2 year dental assistant program at a vocational school or community college.
• Unrestricted certification as a Dental Assistant.
• High school diploma or GED.
• CPR certification required.
• Pass facility background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Dentist with patient care, procedures, instruments, supplies, and documentation.
• Prepare patients for dental procedures and assist during treatment.
• Sterilize and disinfect dental instruments and equipment.
• Keep the dental suite clean, organized, and stocked.
• Assist with dental sick-call requests, triage, scheduling, and patient records.
• Educate patients on dental procedures and oral hygiene practices.
• Take and develop X-rays.
• Assist with dental lab work and administrative duties as needed.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

Dental assistant program (1–2 years)

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

NaphCareis hiring experienced Dental Assistants to join our team of healthcare professionals at the Washoe County Jail in Reno, NV.

We currently have Part-Time (16 hours/week) shift available, offering flexibility for experienced Dental Assistants interested in bringing their skills into a unique healthcare environment. Pay for this position is $20.90–$22.00 per hour.

As a Correctional Dental Assistant, you’ll work alongside our Dentist, healthcare team, and correctional staff to provide quality dental care to our patient population. You’ll utilize your dental assisting experience while caring for patients with a variety of dental and healthcare needs in a safe, structured clinical environment.

Responsibilities

As a Dental Assistant, your responsibilities may include:

• Assisting the Dentist with patient care, procedures, instruments, supplies, and documentation
• Preparing patients for dental procedures and assisting during treatment
• Sterilizing and disinfecting dental instruments and equipment
• Ensuring the dental suite is clean, organized, and properly stocked
• Assisting with dental sick-call requests, triage, scheduling, and patient records
• Educating patients on dental procedures and oral hygiene practices
• Taking and developing X-rays
• Assisting with dental laboratory functions and other administrative duties as needed

Qualifications

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

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

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