Dental Assistant

“Ready to make smiles brighter? Join us as a Dental Assistant and grow your career in a supportive, dynamic environment.”

Department: Health
Position Status: Regular Full-Time
Supervisor Role: No
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Join Our Mission:
The Poarch Creek Indians place a high value on individuals who share our commitment to community, tradition, and progress. As Alabama's only Federally Recognized Native American Tribe, we take pride in a history that spans generations and is deeply rooted in resilience and cultural heritage. Our mission is to uplift the lives of our Tribal Members, preserve our traditions, and drive innovation for a thriving future. If you are passionate about serving with purpose and authenticity while fostering trust, unity, and growth, we welcome you to join us on this meaningful journey.

About the Role:
The Dental Assistant provides clinical and administrative support to the Dentist to ensure efficient, high-quality patient care. This role requires flexibility and a team-oriented approach to support overall program and departmental goals.

This position reflects PCI’s core values of Perseverance, Opportunity, Accountability, Respect, Culture, and Honesty.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Dentist with chairside procedures and patient care
• Take and process dental X-rays
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
• Ensure proper sterilization, cleanliness, and infection control
• Prepare and organize instruments, equipment, and treatment rooms
• Manage supplies and maintain inventory
• Support scheduling, patient communication, and front desk tasks
• Perform basic lab duties and provide oral hygiene education
• Follow all safety, compliance, and clinic protocols

Core Qualifications:

• Certificate in Dental Assisting from a Dental Assisting Program required. Must maintain annual continuing education hours as required for certification as Dental Assistant.
• One (1) year of clinical experience as a Dental Assistant required.
• Experience with dental software preferred. (Dentrix and Dexis)
• Must maintain current professional licensure in Basic Life Support (BLS) or obtain licensure within ninety (90) days of date of hire.
• Must possess certification of “Mandatory Reporter Training” or obtain certification during the first week of employment.
• Ability to work odd and irregular hours, as needed.
• Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check.
• Ability to travel and participate in required training, leadership development, and other events.
• Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities of this position adequately and successfully.

Essential Competencies:

• Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA guidelines
• Proficient in computers, EHR systems, and Microsoft Office
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Strong multitasking, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions
• Build and maintain positive working relationships
• Committed to quality, accountability, and professionalism
• Follow all policies, procedures, and safety standards
• Physically able to perform job duties, including lifting up to 40 lbs and extended standing

INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION:

In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian

In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian

In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted.