Dental Assistant

About the Role

NaphCare is hiring a Dental Assistant to join our team of medical professionals in the Wyoming Department of Corrections - Honor Conservation Camp in Newcastle, WY. As a Correctional Dental Assistant, you will work alongside correctional officers and other dental professionals to provide dental care to incarcerated individuals. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to a diverse population of patients with complex medical and dental needs. New grads are encouraged to apply—we'll train you in correctional healthcare.

Responsibilities

• 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

• High school diploma or GED certificate
• Proper training and unrestricted certification as a Dental Assistant in WY
• Active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association required)
• Ability 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
• 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
• New grads are encouraged to apply

Pay

Pay rates range from $20.90 – $22.00 per hour based on shift, FT, PRN, site needs, and experience. Shifts and hours vary based on coverage needs and can be discussed upon interview.

Benefits

For full-time employees: Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one; prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one; 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.

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