Dental Assistant (71481)

## Description

**Centurion is proud to be the provider of dental services to the Florida Department of Corrections*****.***

We are currently seeking a full-time **Dental Assistant**to join our team at **Florida State Prison- West Unit** located in **Raiford, Florida.**

The **Dental Assistant**works under the direct supervision, assisting the Dentist and/or Dental Hygienist in chairside dentistry in a correctional setting. Additional responsibilities include preparing and sterilizing dental instruments, preparing and maintaining the dental operatory, operating radiographic equipment, and additional administrative tasks as needed.

## 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

• 7am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday
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• **We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:**

• Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Continuing Education benefits
• Much more...