Dental Assistant I Position Available In Alachua, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The Dental Assistant I position at Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) involves assisting dentists during patient examinations and treatments, organizing inventory, and monitoring clinical activities. The role requires a high school diploma, one year of experience, and Basic Life Support certification. The expected salary ranges from $15.80 to $20.00 per hour, with benefits including health, dental, vision plans, retirement options, and leave programs. The University of Florida is hiring for this position.
Job Description
Dental Assistant I
JOB NO:
535846
WORK TYPE:
Staff Full-Time
LOCATION
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
CATEGORIES
Allied Health, Veteran’s Preference Eligible, Dentistry
DEPARTMENT
34080103 – DN-ORAL
SURGERY RESIDENT
CLASSIFICATION TITLE:
Dental Assistant I
CLASSIFICATION
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma and one year of appropriate experience and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Assists dentist during examination and treatment of patients: Prepares patient and ensures that patients are comfortable, sets up instrument trays, prepares materials, and assists dentist during dental procedures. Takes and records medical and dental histories and vital signs of patient, and enters the same in the EHR system. Sets up and breaks down dental operatories.
Organizes inventory and orders supplies. When assigned as rover, the Dental Assistant patrols the clinical hallways, monitoring clinical activity as well as the patient schedule to provide back-up or assistance to dentists and primary assistants when needed. Rover duties include seating patients, taking vital signs, recording medical histories, setting up, sterilizing and breaking down operatories; assists in taking radiographs, and other duties as needed. Consistently communicates with front desk staff any patient related matters (i.e. appointment scheduling, billing, treatment, etc.). Weekly/monthly maintenance on equipment, restocking of bur blocks, maintaining clinical cassettes with appropriate instruments. Responsible for all out-going and in-coming lab cases and communication with appropriate doctors.
Responds to oral, telephonic and written communication related to patient care (appointments, consultations, and emergencies) and performs related clerical duties, i.e. appoints patients in computer. Assist with appointment reminder calls and filling open schedules during periods of downtime. Other duties as assigned.
Graduate Oral Surgery:
Assists outpatient surgical procedures in oral surgery by anticipating surgical needs, including setting up instruments and necessary materials, and monitors patients using blood pressure monitors, EKG monitors, and pulse oximeters under the physician’s direction to detect any abnormal reactions during the procedures.
EXPECTED SALARY
$15.80-$20.00 per hour
Benefits:
The University of Florida offers low-cost State Health plans, a number of Dental plans to fit you and your family’s needs, and Vision. Domestic partner coverage through GatorCare is also available. Optional plans such as life, disability, legal and accident insurance are also available.
Build your retirement roadmap with competitive pension plans, investment accounts and a host of voluntary add-ons, such as 457 deferred compensation and 403(b) plans.
UF provides a variety of leave programs including vacation, sick leave, 10 paid holidays, personal leave days, and family medical leave. TEAMS employees accrue approximately 22 vacation days annually, 13 sick days annually, and 4 personal leave days, typically used during the holiday closing period (accruals based on full-time employment). UF also provides you the flexibility to deal with life’s challenges by offering paid family leave, eight full weeks of leave over a 24-month period. UF Employees are also eligible for the GatorPerks discount program, which provides big savings at various businesses and retailers! Explore UF’s plethora of benefit options here: TEAMS Benefits
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma and one year of appropriate experience and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.
PREFERRED
Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary (EFDA) Certification demonstrating the successful completion of training as specified in Chapter 64B5-16, Florida Administrative Code.
Knowledge of oral surgery instruments and equipment
Ability to prepare, sterilize, maintain oral surgery instruments and equipment
Ability to maintain and keep clinic running on a timely basis
Ability to plan, organize, and perform work assignments
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran’s Preference Page for more specific information.
HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED
Yes
ADVERTISED
14 May 2025
APPLICATIONS CLOSE:
28 May 2025 Whatsapp Facebook LinkedIn Email App
