Dental Assistant

Job Details: Job Location: FL, Raiford - Florida State Prison - Raiford, 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 Florida State Prison located in Raiford, Florida.

The Dental Assistant works under the direct supervision, assisting the Dentist and/or Dental Hygienist in chairside dentistry in a correctional setting. Additional responsibilities include preparing and sterilizing dental instruments, preparing and maintaining the dental operatory, operating radiographic equipment, and additional administrative tasks as needed.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED equivalent required 
Completion of a technical school program in dental assisting or 12 months of experience as a Dental Assistant required 
Certified Dental Assistant license and/or Expanded Dental Assistant Certificate or ability to obtain one required within first 6 months of employment
Florida Radiograph Certificate, or ability to obtain one required within the first 6 months of employment
Purified Protein Derivative (PPD) documentation preferred, or willing to obtain one upon hire
Certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or willing to obtain one upon hire
Ability to pass a security clearance, to include drug screen and complete criminal background check

7am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday

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...