Dental Assistant I

Job No: 539246 Work Type: Full Time Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories: Allied Health, Veteran's Preference Eligible, Dentistry Department: 34100103 - DN-PEDIATRICS RESIDENT Job Title Dental Assistant I Job Description Assists faculty, residents, and dental students chairside in patient care. Takes and develops X-rays; instructs patients in preventive dental techniques and oral hygiene. Maintains dental records in axiUm. Maintains operatories, stocks mobiles, and ensures regular maintenance of clinical equipment. Assists in organizing and controlling the use of clinic supplies and medications. Assists in the sterilization of instruments. Participates in student education of auxiliary utilization. Participates in in‑service training to maintain current CPR certification and other required credits. Assists as needed with answering phones and making patient appointments. Required Qualifications High school diploma and one year of appropriate experience. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute for the required experience. Preferred Qualifications Ability to prepare, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and pay close attention to details. Ability to instruct patients in preventive dental techniques. Ability to deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Knowledge of dental terminology. Knowledge of dental hygiene principles and practices. Salary $16.76 – $18.00 per hour Application Instructions Upload cover letter and resume. Veteran’s preference: upload DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application. Application deadline: 11:55 p.m. (ET) on 19 June 2026. Applicants who have previously applied may remain under consideration and need not reapply. To apply, visit Health Assessment Required Yes Contact Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or the Florida Relay System at View phone number on click.appcast.io (TDD). For additional assistance, visit Accessibility at UF. EEO Statement The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr