Dental Assistant Job Locations US-FL-Cross City Posted Date 14 hours ago (11/16/2018 11:21 AM) Job ID 2018-9965 Overview MHM/Centurion of Florida is proud to introduce Correctional Dental Provider Network (CDPN) as our new dental services subcontractor for Florida Department of Corrections. Centurion of FL/CDPN provides quality dental services to over 70,000 inmates throughout the state of Florida. We are currently seeking a Full-Time Dental Assistant to provide coverage at Cross City Correctional Institution located in Cross City, FL . Schedule available: Monday- Thursday, four 10 hr days/week; 6:30a-5p (30 min lunch) Job Responsibilities : Under direct supervision, assists the dentist and/or dental hygienist in chair side dentistry. Prepares dental instruments and the dental operatory. May perform administrative tasks. Prepares and maintains dental operatory and instruments and disinfects and sterilizes dental instruments in compliance with accepted infection control procedures. Operates radiographic equipment to obtain dental radiographs of patients. Assists the dentist by providing direct chair side technical support processes. Follows all safety/risk management practices in performing duties. Follows all applicable security procedures and performs routine clerical functions for the dental facility. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive team environment! Qualifications Qualifications: High school diploma or its recognized equivalent Completion of a technical school program in dental assisting or six months of experience as a dental assistant required Certification as an expanded duty dental assistant preferred; if the candidate does not possess a current certificate, one must be otbained in the first year of employment Certification and/or previous experience performing dental x-rays preferred; if the candidate does not possess a current Florida issued radiology certification, one must be obtained within the first year of employment Must maintain current tuberculosis screening documentation and active CPR certification Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance when applicable Experience in a correctional setting preferred We are seeking a very motivated individual with a matching personality. This candidate will also be responsible for administrative duties so basic computer skills are also required . *cb