Dental Hygienist For All Ages - Community Health

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Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 per year

We are a community health center that has been around for greater than 30 years.

We provide a patient-centered approach to quality primary and preventive healthcare services for residents of Leon, Gadsden, Wakulla, Jefferson, Taylor, Franklin, Liberty and Madison counties.

Support services ranging from eligibility assistance and transportation, to helping you learn ways to eat healthier and live a longer, stronger life are available.

Providing access to the highest quality comprehensive family health services with particular concern for the lower socioeconomic groups, regardless of their ability to pay is our mission.

The Dental Hygienist will assist dentists in providing comprehensive dental care and education to patients at a community health clinic. This role is crucial in promoting oral health and preventing dental diseases within the community.

• Perform dental cleanings, including scaling and root planing.
• Apply preventive materials such as sealants and fluorides to the teeth.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays).
• Conduct oral cancer screenings.
• Assess patients' oral health and document findings.
• Provide patient education on oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative care instructions.
• Assist the dentist during various procedures and treatments.
• Prepare and maintain dental instruments, equipment, and materials.
• Ensure compliance with infection control protocols.
• Manage patient records and update medical histories.
• Participate in community health initiatives and outreach programs.
• Educate the community on the importance of oral health and preventive care.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program.
• Must be a licensed Dental Hygienist in the state of Florida.
• Previous experience in a clinical setting is preferred.
• Experience in a community health or public health setting is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in dental software and electronic health records (EHR).

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