Dental Assistant: Patient Care, X-Rays & Clinic Support

Jimmy Jazz; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary commensurate with experience

Background check

Job summary

FirstClass Healthcare is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dental procedures, maintain instruments and supplies, and help manage patient records in a correctional healthcare setting.

The role requires completing a 1–2 year dental assistant program, certification preferred, and a strong ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Face rigorous infection control standards and assist with patient education and scheduling.

Qualifications

• Completion of a one or two-year dental assistant program from an accredited institution.
• One (1) year related dental experience in a dental office or correctional healthcare setting OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform essential duties.

Responsibilities

• Performs assistance to the Dentist with patient care during dental procedures and treatment, following standard precautions.
• Prepares, maintains and services dental instruments, supplies and equipment; sterilizes and disinfects instruments.
• Assists with taking, developing or viewing dental x-rays.
• Manages dental supplies and inventory, ensuring adequate stock levels.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of the dental clinic.
• Performs administrative tasks related to scheduling appointments and patient records.
• Educates patients on procedures and oral hygiene practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support FirstClass Healthcare’s goals.

Skills

Dental office basics

Clinical SOPs

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

Judgment & discretion

MS Office proficiency

Education

One- or two-year dental assistant program

Tools

MS Office

Job description

FirstClass Healthcare is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dental procedures, maintain instruments and supplies, and help manage patient records in a correctional healthcare setting.

The role requires completing a 1–2 year dental assistant program, certification preferred, and a strong ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Face rigorous infection control standards and assist with patient education and scheduling.