Dental Assistant

Company: Naphcare Inc.
Location: Grand Junction
Posted on: May 8, 2025

Job Description:

Overview:NaphCare is hiring a Part Time Dental Assistant to join our team of medical professionals in the Mesa County Jail in Grand Junction, Colorado. Pay rates range from $21.60-$22.80 per hour based on employment status, site needs, licensure, and experience.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.*New grads are encouraged to apply - we'll train you in the exciting field of correctional healthcare!*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 departmentAssisting Dentist during treatment by providing instruments, materials, retraction or suctionEnsuring all dental equipment properly maintained and in good working order and the dental suite is clean and well-stockedSterilizing and disinfecting equipment and toolsAssisting in triage, dental sick call requests, scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and performing other administrative tasksExplaining dental procedures and oral hygiene practices to patientsTaking and developing x-rays, assisting with dental laboratory functionQualifications:New grads are encouraged to apply!Requirements / QualificationsCompletion of a one or two-year dental assistant program at a vocational school or community collegeMaintain the proper training and unrestricted certification as a Dental AssistantHigh school diploma or equivalent (GED)Be able to obtain CPR certificationAble to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential informationDisplay integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirementsMust pass the facilitys criminal background check and drug screeningPhysical 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.NaphCare 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) services401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!Tuition AssistanceReferral bonusesTerm life insurance at no cost to the employeeGenerous paid time off & paid holidaysFree continuing education and CMEsIf you want a career where you can truly make a difference, apply now or send your resume to hiring@naphcare.com to speak to a recruiter and learn more about this position and NaphCare.Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteranWant a better idea of what its like to work in a jail? See what our LPNs do:NaphCare - Life as an LPN - YouTubeFollow Us: Instagram - Facebook - LinkedIn - Advancing Correctional Healthcare - NaphCareby Jobble

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