Dental Assistant Position
DAWSON is currently seeking applicants to fill our Dental Assistant positions located throughout the State of Florida in support of the Medical Readiness Services for the Florida Army National Guard. Work is primarily on weekends, with some occasional weekdays. All work is on a part-time as needed basis. We provide health readiness services to meet the medical and dental requirements to maintain a deployable military force for the Florida Army National Guard (FLARNG).
Duties And Responsibilities :
- Complete event set up, take down, and maintenance of workstation equipment
- Assist during yearly examination / screening and ensure accurate charting on Military forms
- Assist during treatment services
- Provide Digital X-Rays to include Bitewings, PAs, and Panos
- Scan through documentation to identify Soldier's required needs
- Safeguard all patient information
- Ensures all actions comply with HIPAA and other appropriate federal and state laws and regulations
Supervisory Responsibilities :
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.Qualifications :
CPR / BLS CertificationHigh school diploma or equivalentA valid US driver's licenseExcellent customer service skills and experience interacting with difficult clienteleUtilization of universal precautions for patient care1+ years' experience in a dental settingAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changes quicklyAbility to work for lengthy periods and perform accurately with adequate speedMust submit no less than two professional references with a resumePreferred Qualifications :Active Florida Dental Radiographer certificationActive DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)Experience working in a Military settingPhysical Demands And Work Environment :
Occasionally required to standOccasionally required to walkContinually required to sitContinually required to utilize hand and finger dexterityContinually required to talk or hearWhile performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually quietSpecific vision abilities required by this job include : Close vision; Distance vision; Color vision; and Peripheral vision.DAWSON is an Equal Opportunity / VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
DAWSON offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.