Dental Assistant | $20-$26 an hour

Paycom - ATS; Bristol (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, disability and

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Flexible Spending Account

Continuing Education benefits

Job summary

Centurion Health is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to join our team at the Liberty Correctional Institution in Bristol, Florida. The role supports the Dentist and Hygienist in chairside dentistry within a correctional setting, handling instrument prep, operatory sterilization, radiography, and related admin tasks.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, completion of a dental assisting program or 12 months experience, CDA/Expanded certificate (or ability to obtain within 6

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical school program in dental assisting or 12 months experience required.
• Certified Dental Assistant license or Expanded Certificate or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Florida Radiograph Certificate or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Patient care

Sterilization

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Dental assisting program or 12 months experience

CDA or Expanded Certificate

Florida Radiograph Certificate or ability to obtain

Tools

X-ray equipment

Operatory setup

Job 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 Liberty Correctional Institution located in Bristol, 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 instrumentsPreparing and maintaining the dental operatoryOperating radiographic equipmentAdministrative tasks as neededHigh school diploma or GED equivalent requiredCompletion of a technical school program in dental assisting or 12 months of experience as a Dental Assistant requiredCertified Dental Assistant license and/or Expanded Dental Assistant Certificate or ability to obtain one required within first 6 months of employmentFlorida Radiograph Certificate, or ability to obtain one required within the first 6 months of employmentPurified Protein Derivative (PPD) documentation preferred, or willing to obtain one upon hireCertified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or willing to obtain one upon hireAbility to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background checkAvailable Shift: Days, 6AM-4:30PM EST; Tuesday-FridayWe offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance401(k) with company matchGenerous paid time offPaid holidaysFlexible Spending AccountContinuing Education benefitsMuch 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.