Dental Assistant | $5,000 Sign on Bonus (82566)

Centurion Health; Bristol (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Paid holidays

Flexible Spending Account

Continuing Education benefits

Job summary

Centurion Health seeks a full-time Dental Assistant at Liberty Correctional Institution in Bristol, Florida. The role involves assisting in chairside dentistry under the supervision of the Dentist and/or Dental Hygienist within a correctional setting.

Responsibilities include instrument sterilization, operatory prep, radiographic work, and light administrative tasks. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and relevant certification within six months of employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED 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 within first 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and sterilize dental instruments.
• Set up and maintain the dental operatory.
• Operate radiographic equipment.
• Assist dentist and hygienist in chairside dentistry.

Skills

Dental assisting

CPR certified

Sterilization

Education

High school diploma/GED

Technical dental assisting program

Tools

Radiography equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: FL, Bristol - Liberty Correctional Institution - Bristol, FL 32321, Position Type: Full-Time, Education Level: High School Diploma/GED, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Dental Hygienist & Dental Assistant, $20-$26 an hour (based on experience)

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 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 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 obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check

Available Shift

Days, 6AM-4:30PM EST; Tuesday-Friday

Benefits

• 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.