Permanent Dental Assistant Job in Orlando, FL
Dental Assistant Full-Time | Orlando VA Healthcare System | Orlando, Florida Join a Team Dedicated to Serving Veterans Cetechs is hiring Dental Assistants to support the Orlando VA Healthcare System. If you're an experienced Dental Assistant looking for outstanding work-life balance while caring for Veterans, we'd love to hear from you. You'll work alongside an experienced dental team providing high-quality care in a modern federal healthcare setting. Why Join Cetechs? Competitive pay Monday-Friday schedule No nights No weekends Federal holidays Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) Paid Time Off Stable long-term federal contract Opportunity to serve Veterans Schedule Monday-Friday 8:00 AM â 4:30 PM 40 hours per week Work Locations Openings available at: Orlando VA Medical Center (Lake Nona) Lake Baldwin VA Clinic Viera VA Clinic Daytona Beach VA Clinic Some travel between locations may be required. Responsibilities As a Dental Assistant you will: Assist dentists during chairside procedures Prepare treatment rooms Sterilize instruments Perform infection control procedures Take digital dental radiographs Prepare dental materials Maintain dental equipment Assist with oral surgery, prosthodontics, endodontics, and implant procedures Take impressions Fabricate temporary restorations Remove sutures Perform coronal polishing (where authorized) Educate patients regarding oral hygiene Maintain accurate electronic records Schedule patients and coordinate appointments Ensure compliance with VA policies and infection prevention standards Minimum Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Dental Assistant program Minimum one year of chairside experience Dental Radiology Certification Current BLS/CPR Certification Ability to pass VA credentialing and background investigation Excellent communication skills Preferred Qualifications VA experience Military healthcare experience Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) Experience with oral surgery and implant procedures Experience using CPRS or Cerner Physical Requirements Ability to stand for prolonged periods, perform repetitive hand movements, lift up to 25 pounds, and assist patients safely throughout the workday. dJwCFttk5n
