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Dental Hygienist - Fluoride Program at Family Health Centers of Southwest Florida Inc
Fort Myers, Florida, United States -
Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Dental hygiene, Pediatric dental care, Oral health education, Infection control, Patient screening, Dentrix, Inventory management, Bilingual skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description
Description Exciting opportunity for dental hygienists to work with our Pediatric patients! We offer unequaled support, state of the art equipment, no sales quotas, 20 paid days off, 9 paid holidays, company paid pension, and much more! You won’t find this anywhere else! Apply today!! POSITION DESCRIPTION: A Pediatric Dental Hygienist works with Pediatric patients, encourages oral hygiene and teaches proper dental care to children. The Hygienist supervises her own patient therapy but communicates patient needs and appointments with the Dentists, and coordinates duties and responsibilities with the Dentists and other dental ancillary personnel. DETAILED DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Screens for oral diseases and refer as appropriate Schedule appointments Educate proper tooth brushing and flossing Apply varnish Educate patient and or parent on oral hygiene Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols Makes patient recall calls to fill hygiene schedule when necessary Guides the monthly inventory process in respective clinic and assists in order placement for supplies and materials. Collaborates with the medical department to provide dental screenings at medical well-visits as needed. Requirements KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Energetic, compassionate and confident with all ages Proficient in Dentrix TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent training and experience. A two- or four-year degree of Dental Hygiene from an accredited institution. Florida Board of Dentistry license. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Bilingual skills English/Spanish preferred.
Responsibilities
The Dental Hygienist will provide dental care and education to pediatric patients, including screenings, varnish application, and oral hygiene instruction. They will also coordinate with dentists, manage patient recalls, and oversee clinic inventory.