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Dental Assistant - This posting is open exclusively to current AL DOC incumbent

NaphCare, Inc., Bessemer, AL, United States


Dental Assistant - This posting is open exclusively to current AL DOC incumbent employees.

Overview
This posting is open exclusively to current AL DOC incumbent employees.

NaphCare is hiring a Dental Assistant to join our team of medical professionals in the Alabama Department of Corrections - William E Donaldson in Bessemer, AL.

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.

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
Requirements / Qualifications

Must have a high school diploma or GED certificate

Maintain the proper training and unrestricted certification as a Dental Assistant in Alabama

Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred)

Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information

Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues

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.

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 would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare,

click the below link, complete the online form, and someone will be in touch.

Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) | NaphCare

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

Job Details
Category: Dental

Position Type: Full-Time

ID: 2026-28657

Location
US-AL-Bessemer

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