OPS Dental Assistant

Inside Higher Ed; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost State Health plans

Dental plans

Vision insurance

Retirement options

GatorPerks discount program

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Gainesville, FL is seeking an OPS Dental Assistant to provide dental assisting and administrative support. This full-time role involves maintaining optimal infection control standards and managing clinical supplies. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, dental assisting certifications, and strong interpersonal skills. Benefits include low-cost health and dental plans, retirement options, and discounts through the GatorPerks program. Applications close on March 3, 2026.

Qualifications

• Two years of appropriate experience in dental assisting.
• Experience in multi-practitioner dental practice is preferred.
• BLS certification and Radiology certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside four-handed and six-handed general dentistry assisting.
• Manage inventory of clinical supplies for the assigned clinic.
• Conduct daily clinic surveillance for infection prevention.

Skills

General dentistry chairside assisting skills

Proficiency with computer applications

Positive interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Fundamentals of Dental Assisting certification

Radiology certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

AxiUm

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

General office equipment

Job description

Job No: 538478

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Allied Health, Dentistry, Health Care Administration/Support

Department: 34010301 - DN-CLINIC ADMINISTRATION

Job Description

The University of Florida College of Dentistry is accepting applications for an OPS Dental Assistant to provide dental assisting and administrative support while contributing to high-quality student dentist education and patient care. Clinical Care Groups are a critical component of the UFCD TEAM Program, and this position is Patient-Centered and Student-Friendly, supporting the UFCD mission to deliver excellence in dental education and patient care.

Each Dental Assistant is assigned to a Clinical Care Group consisting of two TEAMS. The position requires strong general dentistry chairside assisting skills, proficiency with computer applications (Outlook, axiUm, Excel, Word, and Windows 7), and positive interpersonal skills.

Student Support

• Assist clinical staff in maintaining optimal working order of clinical equipment.
• Collaborate with Dental Maintenance to ensure clinics are prepared for daily student use.
• Conduct daily clinic surveillance to ensure compliance with infection prevention standards and promptly correct deficiencies (e.g., cleaning chairs, counters, sinks).
• Maintain daily student attendance records and serve as an information resource at the emergency rally point.
• Assist with student orientation to the clinical curriculum, including assessing infection prevention practices and general clinic safety.
• Provide four-handed dentistry support to students during clinic sessions.
• Assist dental students with proper radiographic exposure techniques as needed.

Patient Care

• Provide chairside four-handed and six-handed general dentistry assisting for student dentists.
• Maintain optimal infection control standards throughout all patient care activities.

Clinic Inventory

• Manage and maintain inventory of clinical supplies for the assigned Clinical Care Group (22-chair clinic).
• Ensure adequate stock of daily clinic supplies at all times.

Additional Duties

• Actively participate in daily huddles and meetings.
• Proctor Clinical Examinations (Mock Board Examinations) twice per year.
• Participate in the UFCD Quality Assurance process.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Expected Salary

$15.00 - $16.00 per hour; commensurate with education and experience

Benefits

The University of Florida offers low-cost State Health plans, a number of Dental plans to fit you and your family's needs, and Vision. Build your retirement with the FICA Alternative Plan and a host of voluntary add-ons, such as 457 deferred compensation and 403(b) plans. Optional insurance plans such as life, disability, legal and accident insurance are also available. UF Employees are also eligible for the GatorPerks discount program, which provides big savings at various businesses and retailers!

Required Qualifications

High school diploma and two years of appropriate experience. Fundamentals of Dental Assisting certification, Radiology certification, and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Preferred

• Multi-practitioner dental practice experience.
• General dentistry chairside assisting skills.
• Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary (EFDA) Certification.
• Experience handling general office equipment (fax machine, computer, copier, and calculator).
• Experience with Windows and Microsoft Office (Word, Access, and Excel).
• Previous AxiUm (electronic health record) experience.
• Customer service skills.

Special Instructions To Applicants

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. This is a full time, time-limited position. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not apply.

Health Assessment Required

Yes

Applications Close

03 March 2026

Apply

To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/538478

Our Commitment

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.