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Dental Hygienist II

Employer
University of Florida
Location
Florida, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Date posted
Jan 13, 2023

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Position Type
Faculty Positions, Health & Medicine, Dentistry
Employment Level
Administrative
Employment Type
Full Time


Dental Hygienist II

Job No: 523875
Work Type:
Location: Pinellas
Categories: RealCat
Department: 34060300 - DN-ST. PETERSBURG

Job Description


Classification Title:

Dental Hygienist II

Job Description:

Perform oral prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance procedures, scaling, and root planing procedures for patients of the St Petersburg Dental Clinic, as permitted by Florida law. Instruct, evaluate, and supervise patients in oral hygiene education and preventive dental techniques.

Keep dental faculty members advised of patient appointments and coordinates scheduling between doctors and patients.

Complete appropriate extra- and intra-oral examinations. Probe, chart, maintain medical and dental histories, take blood pressure readings, make radiographs, make progress notes, and enter charges.

Create, maintain, and support the patient recall system and scheduling in cooperation with front office staff members to assure timely care and scheduling of patients. Participates in dental in-service training and lectures. Attend meetings (as required). Maintain cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification, dental radiology certification, and registered dental hygienist (RDH) licensure.

Organizes, instructs, supervises, and evaluates patient care in oral hygiene education.

Train clinical staff in program operations. Oversee and instruct SPC dental hygiene students on the application of fluoride varnish, application of dental sealants, teaching oral hygiene instruction to patients, patient management, dental charting, treatment planning, and nutrition education to their patients. Teach students ergonomics while treating patients, infection control and professionalism.

Expected Salary:

$31 - $33/hour, commensurate with education/experience

Benefits:

The University of Florida offers low cost State Health plans, a number of Dental plans to fit you and your family's needs, and Vision. Domestic partner coverage through GatorCare is also available. Optional plans such as life, disability, legal and accident insurance are also available.

Build your retirement roadmap with competitive pension plans, investment accounts and a host of voluntary add-ons, such as 457 deferred compensation and 403(b) plans.

UF provides a variety of leave programs including vacation, sick leave, 10 paid holidays, personal leave days, and family medical leave. TEAMS employees accrue approximately 22 vacation days annually, 13 sick days annually, and 4 personal leave days, typically used during the holiday closing period (accruals based on full-time employment). UF also provides you the flexibility to deal with life's challenges by offering paid family leave, eight full weeks of leave over a 24 month period.

UF Employees are also eligible for the GatorPerks discount program, which provides big savings at various business and retailers!

Explore UF's plethora of benefit options here: TEAMS Benefits

Minimum Requirements:

Licensed as a dental hygienist in accordance with Chapter 466, Florida Statutes and two years of clinical work experience as a licensed dental hygienist.

Must have CPR certification and Dental Radiology certification.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Two or more years of private practice experience
  • Five (5) years of Dental hygiene experience
  • Bachelor's degree or higher
  • Knowledge of dental terminology
  • Knowledge of dental hygiene principles and practices
  • Knowledge of the procedures and techniques for using radiographic equipment
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills-Good organizational skills
  • Skill in using dental instruments and equipment
  • Skill in performing dental prophylaxis
  • Ability to instruct patients in preventative dental techniques
  • Ability to perform a variety of radiographic operations
  • Ability to communicate orally and in writing with faculty members, staff members, and patients
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
  • Ability to prioritize
  • Ability to work independently
  • Professional demeanor
  • Exceptional compassion
  • Initiative


Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your resume.

This position is eligible for veteran's preference. If you are claiming veteran's preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This position has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.

Health Assessment Required:
Yes



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To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/523875/dental-hygienist-ii

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