OPS DENTAL ASSISTANT - 64918026

Requisition No: 881356 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS DENTAL ASSISTANT - 64918026

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64918026 

Salary:  $19/Hour 

Posting Closing Date: 08/28/2026 

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Job posting category (Open Competitive)

 

Your Specific Responsibilities:

 

This position is assigned to the Operations and Management Consultant II to perform chair-side assistance to the dentist. This position requires close interaction between patients, the dentist, and other dental staff. The ability to communicate effectively and maintain professionalism and confidentiality are key components of this position. The assistant must be competent in assisting with preventive, therapeutic and surgical clinical procedures (i.e. dental prophylaxis, dental sealants, dental restorations, and dental extractions). Degree/License/Certification: Must have a High School Diploma or its equivalent. Expanded Functions Dental Assistant, Radiology Certificate, Certification in Basic Life Support.

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

 

Skilled in placing dental sealants, assisting dentist and skilled in working independently.

Ability to prepare, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment.

 

Qualifications:

 

Minimum - 

Must be willing to physically come in the office to perform the duties & responsibilities of the positions      

Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship

Must be willing to accept this salary if offered the position

Must have Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Certificate

Must have a Florida Dental Radiography Certificate

Must have a certification in Basic Life Support

 

Preferred - 

Graduate from a formal accredited dental assisting school. Six months dental assisting experience

Understanding of the dental operations, undstand compliance and quality requrements related to the provision of dental care services and demonstrates success working with the dentist.

Experience with pediatric patients, sterlizing instruments, assits dentist with dental procedures, exposes dental x-rays, instructing patients  in oral hygiene instruction.

 

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

 

Where You Will Work:

 

301 Dr. Carter Blvd., Bunnell, FL. 32110

 

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

 

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements.  Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
• And more!

 

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