DENTAL ASSISTANT - 64067331

State of Florida; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Health in Broward County is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the clinical dentist in chairside care and expanded duties. This on-site role emphasizes infection control, patient education and meticulous record-keeping in a public health setting.

Internal applicants only; must have Expanded Duties and Radiology certifications, and be prepared to perform limited front desk tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Current employee of Florida Department of Health; internal applicants only.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle; willing to drive to multiple sites.
• Must possess Expanded Duties Certificate.
• Must possess Radiology Certificate.
• Three (3) or more years of professional experience in a children’s dental clinic in a public health setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct chairside assistance to the dentist during all clinical procedures.
• Prepares operatory with necessary materials, instruments and medications.
• Performs radiographic surveys as directed by the dentist.
• Maintains patient treatment records and schedules recall appointments.
• Adheres to Infection Control protocols per OSHA Blood-borne Pathogen Standards.
• Occasionally performs front desk clerical duties as needed.

Skills

Dental Assistant Cert

Expanded duties

Chairside EDDA

X-ray Certification

Infection control

Patient experience

Education

Expanded Duties Certificate

Radiology Certificate

Job description

Requisition No:884080

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: DENTAL ASSISTANT - 64067331

This position requires you to work on site at one of our facilities located throughout Broward County.

This position requires in-office work.

Applicants accepted only from Department of Health employees, (includes OPS, Career Service, SES or SMS employees). Applicants will not be accepted from outside of the department.

The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website .

POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Dental Assistant position provides direct and indirect assistance to the clinical dentist in the chair side care of patients and performs expanded duty dental assisting functions as provided by the Dental Practice Act of Florida. General and daily supervision of this position will be performed directly by the Lead Dentist in charge of the clinic, to whom this position reports, and indirectly by the Dental Director and his/her administrative staff. The Dental Assistant may also be called upon to manage certain clerical duties associated with the front desk position. The following job responsibilities are noted, and other duties may be assigned:

Provides direct assistance to the dentist during all clinical dental procedures. Advises the dentist of pertinent items of health history relating to each patient. Anticipate the treatment needs of each patient and prepare the dental operatory accordingly. Assembles necessary materials, instruments, and medications for each treatment session. Conducts radiographic surveys on each patient as directed by the dentist. Monitor each patient's treatment progress and schedule accordingly. Follows Infection Control protocol as described in OSHA's regulations for "Blood-borne Pathogen Standards" during clinical procedures. Maintains adequate clinical supply levels and order replacement items when necessary.

Executes and maintains accurate patient treatment records and other pertinent documents for proper clinic operation. Periodic monitoring of recall patient charts. when needed, assist in the scheduling and confirmation of appointments of all dental patients for treatment. Discusses clinic policy with patients and parents. Corresponds with other clinic personnel regarding referrals for care.

Provides instruction in proper oral hygiene skills, including toothbrushing and flossing to clinic patients. Instruct patients in proper diet habits and explain the relationship of nutrition to dental caries. Distributes and explains patient education materials. Instructs expectant mothers of clinic patients (guidance).

Prepares and executes proper sterilization and disinfection procedures for instruments and equipment, including monitoring the effectiveness of autoclave sterilizer using biologic monitor as provided. Operates and maintains all clinical equipment in proper working order and report all malfunctions and needs for repair or overhaul to Dental Administration office. Acknowledges completion of repairs by contract vendors and report such completion to Dental Administration office.

Performs other related duties such as inputting patient treatment data into the Health Department patient service HMS computer system and Eaglesoft Electronic Health Records system. Functions as a designated Key Custodian for the assigned dental office. Implements the responsibilities associated with this designation as set forth in Policies 6, DOH Information Security, Policies, protocols and Procedures . Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position:

• Knowledge/Certification as a dental assistant.
• Experience working as a chair side expanded duty dental assistant in a family or pediatric dental practice.
• Certification/Knowledge as an expanded duty dental assistant.
• Skills in performing basic prophylactic procedures and sealant placement on children.
• Certification to expose dental x-rays
• Knowledge of film placing instruments.
• Understanding of processing techniques.
• Knowledge of all CDC and OSHA guidelines regarding infection control and blood borne pathogens.
• Able to work quickly, efficiently and effectively.
• Ability to provide a superior patient experience.
• Ability to relate to diverse clients.
• Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current employee of Florida Department of Health. Applicants accepted only from Department of Health employees, (includes OPS, Career Service, SES or SMS employees). Applicants will not be accepted from outside of the department.
• Possess a valid driver's license, free of major infractions and access to an automobile to be utilized for work purposes and willing to drive to multiple sites as required by program needs.
• Must possess Expanded Duties Certificate.
• Must possess Radiology Certificate.
• Three (3) or more years of professional experience in a childrens dental clinic in a public health setting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bilingual, fluent in English/Spanish or English/Creole.

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

BROWARD COUNTY

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit.Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes,candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

Location: FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, US, 33315

Nearest Major Market: Fort Lauderdale
Nearest Secondary Market: Miami

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at [phone] Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.