OPS DENTAL ASSISTANT - 64906987

Florida; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (full-time)

Deferred compensation plan

Work at multiple sites

Job summary

Florida Department of Health is seeking an OPS Dental Assistant to provide chairside support across Broward County clinics. The role requires float duties among practices, patient education, and accurate data entry in HMS/Eaglesoft. Strong infection control and X-ray certification are essential.

The position emphasizes front-desk clerical support, teamwork, and delivering a positive patient experience. In-office work at multiple sites with health benefits for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Knowledge/certification as a Dental Assistant.
• Experience as chairside expanded duty assistant in a family or pediatric practice.
• Expanded duty certificate.
• Proficient in basic prophylaxis procedures and sealant placement for children.
• Certification to expose dental X-rays.
• Knowledge of film placing instruments and infection control guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist in chairside care and expanded duties as allowed by Florida statutes.
• Input patient treatment data into HMS computer system and Eaglesoft.
• Maintain a positive team environment and support patient care with timely documentation.
• Float to different practices as needed to cover sites and front desk duties.

Skills

Chairside Assistant

Infection control

X-ray certification

Patient education

Teamwork

Education

Expanded duty certificate

Dental Assistant Certification

Tools

Eaglesoft

HMS system

Job description

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Requisition No:885252

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS DENTAL ASSISTANT - 64906987

T his position requires you to work at various sites located throughout Broward County. This is an in-office position. This is an OPS (Other Personal Services) positions and as such no paid time off is offered. Health benefits will be offered for full-time employment. OPS employees are eligible to participate in a deferred compensation plan.

Position duties & responsibilities:

The Dental Assistant position provides direct and indirect assistance to the clinical dentist in the chairside 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. This position is a floater position and must be able to float to different practices. The following job responsibilities are noted, and other duties may be assigned:

• Provide 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. Distribute and explain patient education materials. Instruct expectant mothers of clinic patients(guidance).
• Perform other related duties such as inputting patient treatment data into the Health Department patient service HMS computer system and Eaglesoft.
• Participate on internal committees and attend required CHD meetings. Actively participant in the creation of an environment of positive teamwork with priority given to patient care responsibilities. Accurately completes Employee Activity Reports daily to be submitted on a weekly basis. Checks and responds to emails on a minimum of every day.
• Perform other duties as required.

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

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.
• Skills in maintaining dental equipment in appropriately sterile conditions.
• Able to work quickly, efficiently and effectively.
• Ability to provide 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:

• 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.
• Expanded dutycertificate.

Preferred qualifications:

• A minimum of one (1) year experience in a dental practice.

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 theHealthiestState in the Nation.

Values:

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

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

Accountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

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

Excellence: 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. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)

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 on 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 considered.

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 reflect 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.

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.