Dental Assistant (73548)

## 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 **Sumter Correctional Institution** located in **Bushnell, Florida.**
**Available Shift**: 6:00am - 2:30pm; Monday-Friday schedule
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

## Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Completion of a technical school program in dental assisting or six (6) months of experience as a Dental Assistant required
• Dental Assistant license or ability to obtain one required
• Certification and/or previous experience performing dental x-rays preferred
• Must show/obtain current Purified Protein Derivative (PPD) documentation for tuberculosis screening
• Must be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check
• Certification as an expanded duty dental assistant preferred; if the candidate does not possess a current certificate, one must be obtained in the first year of employment

**For immediate consideration, schedule a phone interview using the info below!**

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