Dental Assistant

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

Hours: Monday-Friday; 7am-3:30pm

• 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 pass a security clearance, to include drug screen and complete criminal background check