Dental Assistant

Job Details: Job Location: FL, De Funiak Springs - Walton Correctional Institution - De Funiak Springs, FL, Position Type: Full-Time, Education Level: High School Diploma/GED, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Dental Hygienist & Dental Assistant, 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 Walton Correctional Institution located in De Funiak Springs, 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

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

Available Shift: 6AM-4:30PM; Monday-Thursday schedule

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...

Centurion Health contracts with state and local governments nationwide to provide comprehensive healthcare services to correctional facilities, state hospitals, and other community settings. Our dedication to making a difference and our passionate team of the best and the brightest healthcare employees has made us one of the leaders of the correctional health industry. Whether you are driven by purpose and impact or on a journey of professional growth, our opportunities can offer both.