Overview

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Shift: Day

Education Level: High School Diploma/GED

Travel Percentage: None

jobCategory: 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 Cross City Correctional Institution located in Cross City, 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

*SHIFT: Monday-Friday; 7am-3:30pm

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 Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
•    Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check

We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:

• Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Generous paid time off

• Paid holidays

• Flexible Spending Account

• Continuing Education benefits

• Much more...