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Join our growing team of over 6,000 health professionals nationwide!
At Centurion, our dedication to making a difference and our passionate team of the best and the brightest healthcare employees has made us one of the leaders of the correctional health industry. Whether you are driven by purpose and impact or on journey of professional growth, our opportunities can offer both. Centurion is proud to be the provider of healthcare services to the Florida Department of Corrections.
We are currently seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to join the team at Union Correctional Institution in Raiford, Florida.
Positions available:
Monday through Friday, 7am-3:30p
Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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
Qualifications include:
High school diploma or its recognized equivalent
Completion of a technical school program in dental assisting or six months' experience as a dental assistant required
Certification as an expanded duty dental assistant preferred
Radiology Certification issued in Florida is required
Must be a motivated individual with matching personality
Comfortable with basic computer use
Must maintain current tuberculosis screening documentation and active CPR certification
Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance
Experience in a correctional setting preferred
We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for employees working 30 or more hours per week, including:
Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
401(k) with company match
Generous paid days off
Health savings account with matching employer contributions
Paid holidays
Flexible Spending Account
Career development benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness activity subsidy
Access to corporate discount programs
Much more
Come and see what Centurion has to offer
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