Dental Assistant - This posting is open exclusively to current AL DOC incumbent
NaphCare, Inc., Wetumpka, AL, United States
Job Summary
NaphCare is hiring a Dental Assistant to join our team of medical professionals in the Julia Tutwiler Facility in Wetumpka, AL. This posting is open exclusively to current AL DOC incumbent employees.
Location
Wetumpka, AL
Position Details
Category: Dental
Position Type: Full‑Time
Job ID: 2026-28908
Responsibilities
As a Dental Assistant, your responsibilities 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.
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 is 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
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 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.
Benefits
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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NaphCare is hiring a Dental Assistant to join our team of medical professionals in the Julia Tutwiler Facility in Wetumpka, AL. This posting is open exclusively to current AL DOC incumbent employees.
Location
Wetumpka, AL
Position Details
Category: Dental
Position Type: Full‑Time
Job ID: 2026-28908
Responsibilities
As a Dental Assistant, your responsibilities 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.
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 is 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
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 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.
Benefits
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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