Dental Hygienist Position Available In Hillsborough, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: Tampa Family Health Centers is seeking a Dental Hygienist to join their team at the Fletcher Avenue Health Center in Tampa, FL. Responsibilities include patient screenings, dental radiographs, plaque removal, and oral hygiene education. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) plan, and more. Candidates must have a current Florida Dental Hygiene License and CPR certification.
Job Description
Dental Hygienist
Full Time
Dental Staff
FAHC – Fletcher Avenue Health Center, Tampa, FL, US
3 days ago
Requisition ID:
2463 Are you ready to embark on a career journey that’s more than just a job? At Tampa Family Health Centers (TFHC), we’re redefining healthcare, and looking for a Dental Hygienist to be part of our dynamic team. We’re not just a healthcare organization; we’re a community that thrives on innovation, compassion, and positive change. Tampa Family Health Centers offers comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Generous PTO and 7 paid company holidays
401 (K) plan, with employer contributing 3% of your salary after one year of employment
Company paid Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage
CME Days
Base Salary + Productivity Incentives
Student Loan Repayment options through
NHSC Position Summary:
In accordance with the plans and policies of Tampa Family Health Center, Inc. the Dental Hygienist works together with the dentist to meet the oral health needs of the patient. Performs all duties according to Florida statute as it pertains to dental hygiene.
Essential Functions:
Patient screening procedures; such as assessment of oral health conditions, review of the health history, oral cancer screening, head and neck inspection, dental charting and taking blood pressure and pulse
Taking and dental radiographs (x-rays)
Removing calculus and plaque (hard and soft deposits) from all surfaces of the teeth
ing preventive materials to the teeth (e.g., sealants and fluorides)
Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling)
Counseling patients about good nutrition and its impact on oral health
making impressions of patients’ teeth for study casts (models of teeth used by dentists to evaluate patient treatment needs)
Performing documentation and office management activities
Possesses an ability and willingness to learn. Able to establish and maintain effective communication with patients and coworkers. Able to communicate in English with the ability to follow oral and written instructions. Maintain effective and positive working relationships with patients and staff with the ability to motivate patients.
Helps to identify need for supplies, materials, equipment. Helps with ordering process of dental supplies.
Helps to coordinate maintenance and equipment service requests from dental service company
General Duties:
This position requires traveling to cover different locations when needed.
Performs other duties as assigned by
CDO or Director of Dental Operations Knowledge and Experience:
Previous dental hygiene experience preferred
Education, Certification Training and License:
Current Florida Dental Hygiene License
Current CPR certification
