Dental Assistant I
University Of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
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Job no:
539675
Work type:
Staff Full-Time
Location:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories:
Allied Health, Veteran's Preference Eligible, Dentistry, Health Care Administration/Support
Department:
34170402 - DN-PROSTHS RESIDENT PROG
Classification Title
Dental Assistant I
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
Assist faculty members and residents in caring for patients at the chair (four-handed dentistry, mixing materials, patient communication, etc.) and in the laboratory (fabricating casts and fabricating prostheses, etc.)
Set up/break down dental operatories for patient appointments; maintain instruments, equipment, and operatories in good and clean condition.
Assist patients (including the disabled) into and out of dental operatories and treatment chairs; assist/perform emergency medical procedures (closed cardiac compression, mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, and oxygen administration) as required.
Clean, package, and sterilize instruments.
Organize, inventory, and order supplies.
Become familiar with new equipment, materials, and techniques through participation in in-service training and continuing-education programs.
Assist in any other duties deemed necessary by supervisor and/or program director.
Initiate and respond to oral, telephonic, and written communication related to patient care as required in the absence of patient coordinator (appointments, consultations, and emergencies); when required, perform related clerical duties (appointing, copying, and filing patient charts).
$17.00-$19.00/hr
Benefits
The University of Florida offers low costState 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.
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
EDUCATION & TRAINING:
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification
KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of dental terminology
SKILLS:
Social skills; work well with a variety of administrative staff members, faculty members, dental students, and patients
Organizational skills
ABILITIES:
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to carry out duties with minimal instruction
Ability to instruct patients in dental techniques
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to pay close attention to detail
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to communicate effectively verbally with individuals of varied educational, social, and economic backgrounds
Ability to maintain confidentiality
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Good visual acuity to manipulate dental materials safely
Ability to bend repeatedly
Special Instructions to Applicants
In order to be considered, you must upload your resume. 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 the Qualified Positions link on our applicant FAQs page for a list of eligible positions.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:
Health Assessment Required: Yes
Advertised:
24 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
08 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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Job no:
539675
Work type:
Staff Full-Time
Location:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories:
Allied Health, Veteran's Preference Eligible, Dentistry, Health Care Administration/Support
Department:
34170402 - DN-PROSTHS RESIDENT PROG
Classification Title
Dental Assistant I
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
Assist faculty members and residents in caring for patients at the chair (four-handed dentistry, mixing materials, patient communication, etc.) and in the laboratory (fabricating casts and fabricating prostheses, etc.)
Set up/break down dental operatories for patient appointments; maintain instruments, equipment, and operatories in good and clean condition.
Assist patients (including the disabled) into and out of dental operatories and treatment chairs; assist/perform emergency medical procedures (closed cardiac compression, mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, and oxygen administration) as required.
Clean, package, and sterilize instruments.
Organize, inventory, and order supplies.
Become familiar with new equipment, materials, and techniques through participation in in-service training and continuing-education programs.
Assist in any other duties deemed necessary by supervisor and/or program director.
Initiate and respond to oral, telephonic, and written communication related to patient care as required in the absence of patient coordinator (appointments, consultations, and emergencies); when required, perform related clerical duties (appointing, copying, and filing patient charts).
$17.00-$19.00/hr
Benefits
The University of Florida offers low costState 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.
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
EDUCATION & TRAINING:
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification
KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of dental terminology
SKILLS:
Social skills; work well with a variety of administrative staff members, faculty members, dental students, and patients
Organizational skills
ABILITIES:
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to carry out duties with minimal instruction
Ability to instruct patients in dental techniques
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to pay close attention to detail
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to communicate effectively verbally with individuals of varied educational, social, and economic backgrounds
Ability to maintain confidentiality
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Good visual acuity to manipulate dental materials safely
Ability to bend repeatedly
Special Instructions to Applicants
In order to be considered, you must upload your resume. 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 the Qualified Positions link on our applicant FAQs page for a list of eligible positions.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:
Health Assessment Required: Yes
Advertised:
24 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
08 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
#J-18808-Ljbffr