POSITION TITLE: DENTAL HYGIENIST

FLSA: EXEMPT
**We pay CME/CEU hours and licenses **

REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Associates Degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited Hygiene program
• Valid Florida Dental Hygiene License
• Local anesthesia and nitrous oxide certification preferred
• Able to work in harmony with other dental staff
• BLS required.
• Self-Motivated
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

• Prophylaxis, root planning, polishing, full mouth debridement, and placing sealants
• Oral hygiene instructions
• Topical fluoride application
• Exposing and developing dental radiographs, taking digital x-rays
• Participate in dental assistant duties such as setting up and breaking down dental operatory
• Evaluate overall oral health, examining oral cavity for signs of periodontal disease, possible cancer, recession or bleeding gums and other oral lesions.
• Asses dental condition and needs of patients using approved patient screening procedures, including medical history reviews, dental charting, and periodontal charting.
• Administer local anesthesia in preparation for hygiene procedures and advance dental preventative and periodontal procedures.
• Cleaning and sterilization of dental hygiene instruments
• Cleaning and maintenance of dental hygiene equipment and treatment areas
• Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None