Dental Assistant (83302)
centurionHephzibah, GA
Dental Assistant (83302)FL, Orlando - Central Florida Reception Center - Orlando, FL 32831
Overview:
Position Type Full-Time Job Shift Day Education Level High School Diploma/GED Travel Percentage None Category Dental Hygienist & Dental Assistant
Description:
Centurion is proud to be the provider of dental services to the Florida Department of Corrections.
We are currently seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to join our team at CFRC - Central Florida Reception Center located in Orlando, Florida.
The Dental Assistant works under the direct supervision of the Dentist and/or Dental Hygienist in chairside dentistry in a correctional setting.
Essential Duties:
- Preparing and sterilizing dental instruments
- Preparing and maintaining the dental operatory
- Operating radiographic equipment
- Administrative tasks as needed
Hours: 6am to 3pm Monday-Thursday and 6am to 12:30pm on Friday
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required
- Completion of a technical school program in dental assisting or six (6) months of experience as a Dental Assistant required
- Dental Assistant license or ability to obtain one required
- Certification as an expanded duty dental assistant preferred; if the candidate does not possess a current certificate, one must be obtained in the first year of employment
- Certification and/or previous experience performing dental x-rays preferred
- Must show/obtain current Purified Protein Derivative (PPD) documentation for tuberculosis screening
- Must be appropriately and actively certified in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
- Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check
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Level
Junior L3
Location
Hephzibah, GA
Occupation
Dental Assistants
Industry
Offices of Dentists
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