Dental Hygienist - This posting is open exclusively to current AL DOC incumbent
NaphCare, Inc., Wetumpka, AL, United States
This posting is open exclusively to current AL DOC incumbent employees. Your job is secure. This process simply allows us to enter your information into NaphCare’s payroll system quickly and accurately. After your submission, you will receive a confirmation letter outlining your position and pay details to electronically sign. If you have any questions, please email employeeengagement@naphcare.com.
NaphCare is hiring a Dental Hygienist to join our team at the Julia Tutwiler Facility in Wetumpka, AL.
As a Correctional Dental Hygienist, you will work alongside correctional officers and other dental professionals to provide dental care to incarcerated individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment where security is top priority, you will have a variety of duties to keep you engaged.
Responsibilities
Cleaning teeth, removing tartar and plaque, applying fluoride, and taking x‑rays.
Assisting the dentist with patient care, instruments, supplies, documentation, and supporting the function of the dental department.
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.
Completing periodontal charting and obtaining other diagnostic records on patients.
Performing facial and oral tissue and oral cancer screenings during exams.
Providing thorough individualized oral hygiene instructions and/or other post‑operative instructions to patients.
Monitoring oral hygiene and periodontal conditions on each patient.
Using all functions and applications of TechCare™ relevant to document dental hygiene services within the patient record.
Qualifications
Completion of an accredited dental hygiene program.
Valid dental hygiene license in the state of Alabama.
Dental radiology certification is required.
Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred).
Strong oral hygiene knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a correctional environment.
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 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 U.S. and we are growing. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we strongly support career advancement within the company.
Benefits for Full‑Time Employees
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.
401(k) 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, apply directly to the position to initiate the application process, and I’ll be in touch.
Equal Opportunity Employer – disability, veteran.
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NaphCare is hiring a Dental Hygienist to join our team at the Julia Tutwiler Facility in Wetumpka, AL.
As a Correctional Dental Hygienist, you will work alongside correctional officers and other dental professionals to provide dental care to incarcerated individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment where security is top priority, you will have a variety of duties to keep you engaged.
Responsibilities
Cleaning teeth, removing tartar and plaque, applying fluoride, and taking x‑rays.
Assisting the dentist with patient care, instruments, supplies, documentation, and supporting the function of the dental department.
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.
Completing periodontal charting and obtaining other diagnostic records on patients.
Performing facial and oral tissue and oral cancer screenings during exams.
Providing thorough individualized oral hygiene instructions and/or other post‑operative instructions to patients.
Monitoring oral hygiene and periodontal conditions on each patient.
Using all functions and applications of TechCare™ relevant to document dental hygiene services within the patient record.
Qualifications
Completion of an accredited dental hygiene program.
Valid dental hygiene license in the state of Alabama.
Dental radiology certification is required.
Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred).
Strong oral hygiene knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a correctional environment.
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 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 U.S. and we are growing. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we strongly support career advancement within the company.
Benefits for Full‑Time Employees
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.
401(k) 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, apply directly to the position to initiate the application process, and I’ll be in touch.
Equal Opportunity Employer – disability, veteran.
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