Job DetailsJob Location: FL, Ocala - FL Women's Reception Center - Ocala, FL 34482Position Type: Full-TimeEducation Level: High School Diploma/GEDTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: Dental Hygienist & Dental AssistantCenturion is proud to be the provider of dental services to the Florida Department of Corrections.
We are currently seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to join our team at Florida Women's Reception Center located in Ocala, FL.
The Dental Assistant works under the direct supervision, assisting the Dentist and/or Dental Hygienist in chairside dentistry in a correctional setting. Additional responsibilities include preparing and sterilizing dental instruments, preparing and maintaining the dental operatory, operating radiographic equipment, and additional administrative tasks as needed.
Qualifications
High school diploma or its recognized equivalent
Completion of a technical school program in dental assisting or six months of experience as a dental assistant required
Florida DA license or ability to obtain license
Certification as an expanded duty dental assistant preferred; if the candidate does not possess a current certificate, one must be obtained in the first year of employment
Certification and/or previous experience performing dental x-rays preferred
Must maintain current tuberculosis screening documentation and active CPR certification
Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check
6am-2:30pm, Monday-Friday
We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:
Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
401(k) with company match
Generous paid time off
Paid holidays
Flexible Spending Account
Continuing Education benefits
Much more...
We are currently seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to join our team at Florida Women's Reception Center located in Ocala, FL.
The Dental Assistant works under the direct supervision, assisting the Dentist and/or Dental Hygienist in chairside dentistry in a correctional setting. Additional responsibilities include preparing and sterilizing dental instruments, preparing and maintaining the dental operatory, operating radiographic equipment, and additional administrative tasks as needed.
Qualifications
High school diploma or its recognized equivalent
Completion of a technical school program in dental assisting or six months of experience as a dental assistant required
Florida DA license or ability to obtain license
Certification as an expanded duty dental assistant preferred; if the candidate does not possess a current certificate, one must be obtained in the first year of employment
Certification and/or previous experience performing dental x-rays preferred
Must maintain current tuberculosis screening documentation and active CPR certification
Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check
6am-2:30pm, Monday-Friday
We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:
Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
401(k) with company match
Generous paid time off
Paid holidays
Flexible Spending Account
Continuing Education benefits
Much more...
Job ID: 520753807
Originally Posted on: 5/11/2026
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