Dental Assistant - Public Health Clinic (Expanded Functions)

Florida; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Health in Polk County in Lakeland, FL is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the Dental Unit with expanded-function duties under supervision. The role includes four-handed dentistry, radiography, charting, and patient education to help improve community oral health outcomes.

The incumbent will handle billing, scheduling, HMS module tasks, and maintain accurate records while ensuring infection control and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Dental Expanded Functions
• CPR Certification
• Valid Florida Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment
• TB Testing

Responsibilities

• Greet patients with courtesy and respect; verify patient identification and maintain chart records.
• Assist with 4-handed dentistry in restorative and surgical treatment; perform expanded functions.
• Expose radiographs (digital or manual) and process; maintain digital and paper patient charts.
• Manage billing, scheduling, HMS/Dental module tasks, and office communications.
• Maintain infection control; sterilize instruments and prepare operatory for daily use.

Skills

Dental Procedures

Expanded Functions

CPR Certification

Driver's License

Time Management

Tools

HMS/Dental Module

Job description

The Florida Department of Health in Polk County in Lakeland, FL is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the Dental Unit with expanded-function duties under supervision. The role includes four-handed dentistry, radiography, charting, and patient education to help improve community oral health outcomes.

The incumbent will handle billing, scheduling, HMS module tasks, and maintain accurate records while ensuring infection control and safety protocols.