Ops Dental Assistant

Position Overview

Working Title:

OPS DENTAL ASSISTANT - . This position is assigned to the Operations and Management Consultant II to perform chair‑side assistance to the dentist. The assistant must assist with preventive, therapeutic and surgical clinical procedures such as dental prophylaxis, sealants, restorations, and extractions. The role requires close interaction between patients, the dentist, and other dental staff and demands effective communication, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Degree/License/Certification:
High School Diploma or equivalent. Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Certificate, Dental Radiology Certificate, and Basic Life Support Certification are required.

Skilled in placing sealants, assisting the dentist, and working independently.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Certificate.
• Florida Dental Radiography Certificate.
• Basic Life Support Certification.
• Willingness to accept the offered salary.
• Preferred:
  Graduate from a formal accredited dental assisting school and six months of dental assisting experience.
• Understanding of dental operations, compliance, and quality requirements related to the provision of dental care services; successful collaboration with the dentist.
• Experience with pediatric patients, sterilizing instruments, assisting with dental procedures, exposing dental X‑rays, and instructing patients in oral hygiene.

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

State Personnel System is an E‑Verify employer. All applicants must provide documentation to verify eligibility. A security background check, drug screening, and the completion of Form I‑9 are required. The State requires social security numbers for background checks and drug testing for safety‑sensitive positions.

Employees may be required to perform emergency duty outside normal work hours or days. All positions require the incumbent to communicate effectively in English.

Florida supports veterans and requires reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Applicants may contact the People First Service Center for assistance.

All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with state law.