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Health Advocates Network
Dental Hygienist - Clinic
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What they do
A Dental Hygienist performs routine dental care, including cleaning teeth and examining patients for signs of oral diseases, and educates patients about good oral health practices. Assists dentists in more complex dental procedures. Works in dental offices under the supervision of dentists and other dental health specialists.
$70,564 / year median in Florida
+20% projected growth
Job Description
Health Advocates Network is currently seeking a
- Dental Hygienist
- to work at a facility in
- Bradenton, FL.
Pay Rate:
- $53 / hour
Duties:
Job Summary:
Work together with the dentist to meet the oral health needs of the patient. Provide a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment. Handles a variety of clinical duties for dental office operations. These duties range in complexity and skill, and all aspects of the job require an exceptional level of customer service skills and a strong commitment to working well with patients, doctors, dental assistants, and other dental office team members.Job Responsibilities:
- GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy equipment operation may be required.
- Provide oral hygiene dental treatment and oral hygiene care and education in accordance with guidelines approved, issued, and regulated by the state in which they work.
- Apply fluoride and protective sealants. Removal of calculus, stain and plaque from above and below the gum line.
- Provide nutritional counseling and self-care programs to prevent disease.
- Record and review patient medical histories.
- Uphold office policy including
HIPAA & OSHA.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Order and keep track of inventory as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Work Environment:
- This job operates in a medical/clinical environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, x-rays, and phones.
- This job operates in a well-lighted, sterile environment.
Physical Demands:
- The employee frequently is required to talk and hear; stand and/or sit for long periods of time; walk; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to blood and blood-borne pathogens and/or physical risks, which will require OSHA training.
Job Summary:
Work together with the dentist to meet the oral health needs of the patient. Provide a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment. Handles a variety of clinical duties for dental office operations. These duties range in complexity and skill, and all aspects of the job require an exceptional level of customer service skills and a strong commitment to working well with patients, doctors, dental assistants, and other dental office team members.Job Responsibilities:
- GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy equipment operation may be required.
- Provide oral hygiene dental treatment and oral hygiene care and education in accordance with guidelines approved, issued, and regulated by the state in which they work.
- Apply fluoride and protective sealants. Removal of calculus, stain and plaque from above and below the gum line.
- Provide nutritional counseling and self-care programs to prevent disease.
- Record and review patient medical histories.
- Uphold office policy including
HIPAA & OSHA.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Order and keep track of inventory as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Work Environment:
- This job operates in a medical/clinical environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, x-rays, and phones.
- This job operates in a well-lighted, sterile environment.
Physical Demands:
- The employee frequently is required to talk and hear; stand and/or sit for long periods of time; walk; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to blood and blood-borne pathogens and/or physical risks, which will require OSHA training.
Skills:
Required Skills & Experience:
- One (1) year of hands-on experience as a hygienist.
- GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy equipment operation experience.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Some locations require GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy operational experience.
Preferred Skills & Experience:
N/A Required Skills & Experience:
- One (1) year of hands-on experience as a hygienist.
- GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy equipment operation experience.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Some locations require GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy operational experience.
Preferred Skills & Experience:
•N/A Education:
Required Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Graduation from an accredited Dental Hygiene school.
Preferred Education:
N/A Required Certifications & Licensure:
- CPR certification.
- Dental Hygienist License.
Preferred Certifications & Licensure:
N/A Required Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Graduation from an accredited Dental Hygiene school.
Preferred Education:
N/A Required Certifications & Licensure:
- CPR certification.
- Dental Hygienist License.
Preferred Certifications & Licensure:
- N/A If interested, please apply through this job post. You may send a copy of your most recent resume. If you have any questions, please feel free to call at
- (800) 928-5561
- and ask to speak with
- Destiny
- Monday-Friday (08:30 AM
- 05:00 PM PST).