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Centurion Health

Dental Assistant

Centurion Health, Perry, Florida, United States, 32348

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Job Details

Job Location FL, Perry - Taylor Correctional Institution - Perry, FL

Position Type Full-Time

Education Level High School Diploma/GED

Travel Percentage None

Job Shift Day

Job Category Dental Hygienist & Dental Assistant

Description

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

Qualifications

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