Correctional Dental Assistant - Day Shift & Growth

Centurion Health; Bristol (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Paid holidays

Flexible Spending Account

Continuing Education benefits

Job summary

Centurion Health is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant for Liberty Correctional Institution in Bristol, FL. The role involves chairside dentistry under the Dentist and/or Dental Hygienist, within a correctional setting.

Responsibilities include instrument sterilization, operatory maintenance, radiographic image capture, and related administrative tasks. A high school diploma and dental assisting training or experience are required, with licensure and CPR/PPD/clearance requirements to be met

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of a technical school program in dental assisting or 12 months of experience as a Dental Assistant is required.
• Certified Dental Assistant license and/or Expanded Dental Assistant Certificate or ability to obtain one within first 6 months of employment.
• Florida Radiograph Certificate, or ability to obtain one within first 6 months of employment.
• Purified Protein Derivative (PPD) documentation preferred, or willing to obtain one upon hire.
• Certified in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or willing to obtain one upon hire.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and sterilizing dental instruments.
• Preparing and maintaining the dental operatory.
• Operating radiographic equipment.
• Administrative tasks as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) license or Expanded Dental Assistant Certificate

Florida Radiograph Certificate

CPR certification

PPD documentation

Job description

Centurion Health is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant for Liberty Correctional Institution in Bristol, FL. The role involves chairside dentistry under the Dentist and/or Dental Hygienist, within a correctional setting.

Responsibilities include instrument sterilization, operatory maintenance, radiographic image capture, and related administrative tasks. A high school diploma and dental assisting training or experience are required, with licensure and CPR/PPD/clearance requirements to be met