Now Accepting Applications for Certified Registered Dental Hygienist

Title: Certified Registered Dental Hygienist Reports to: Director of Dental Hygiene Clinicians FLSA Status: Non-exempt Personnel Supervised: None POSITION SUMMARY: This is a working-level position performed under general direction, with discretion and judgment applied to dental hygiene duties in clinical and public health settings.

The incumbent must hold an active Florida dental hygienist license in good standing and remain legally authorized to perform all assigned duties under applicable Florida statutes, Florida Board of Dentistry rules, and required levels of dentist supervision. MINIMAL QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Graduation from a dental hygiene program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation or otherwise accepted for Florida dental hygiene licensure under applicable Florida law and Board rules.

Current Florida Board of Dentistry certification to administer local anesthesia, including completion of all applicable education, clinical training, cardiac life-support, and background-screening requirements; maintain certification throughout employment. Active, unrestricted license as a dental hygienist issued by the Florida Department of Health, with no limitation or encumbrance that would prevent performance of the position’s assigned duties.

Insurability (malpractice) Principles, theories, and practices of dentistry Principles, theories, and practices of radiology Principles, theories, and practices of dental hygiene Current Basic Life Support certification for health care providers from an organization accepted by CFHC and consistent with applicable Florida Board of Dentistry requirements; maintain certification throughout employment.

RESPONSIBILTIES AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS include, but are not limited to, the following: Perform only those dental hygiene and remediable tasks authorized by Chapter 466, Florida Statutes, and applicable Florida Administrative Code rules, using the level of direct, indirect, or general supervision required for each duty.

Duties requiring separate Board certification or documented training may be performed only after CFHC verifies the applicable credential.

1. Be familiar with CFHC’s program philosophies, goals, and objectives. Be cognizant of and comply with all CFHC’s policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations.
2. Complete all required paperwork on time. (Timesheets, encounter ticket, evaluations, progress note, etc.).
3. Understand the requirements of CFHC’s Exposure Control Plan. Assure compliance with this plan by support staff assigned to assist you. Personally, utilize universal precautions when practicing in the clinical setting.
4. Participate in staff outreach and off-site health care programs requiring dental services as requested by the Chief Dental Officer. Represent CFHC in the community.
5. Complete all duties, responsibilities, and competencies in a manner that is appropriate to the age groups to whom care/services are being provided.
6. Provide necessary information and signatures for participation in reimbursement arrangements, such as Medicare, Medicaid, and other plans.
7. Maintain up to date knowledge of coding and billing requirements. Provide accurate coding information on encounter tickets that correspond to care given and documented in progress notes.
8. Rotate to other CFHC centers as needed to provide coverage.
9. Report as needed to the Chief Dental Officer any pertinent information or situations that impact on patient care or CFHC liability.
10. Attend and participate in mandatory CFHC meetings (Center Specific quarterly meetings, corporate meetings, and other meetings as designated by the Director of Dental Hygiene Clinicians or CDO). Report dental issues at the dental meetings.
11. Review and update dental provider protocols and participate in Quality Assurance programs to minimize risk, in collaboration with the Chief Dental Officer.
12. Participate in Peer Review activities as requested by the Chief Dental Officer.
13. Make recommendations to the Director of Dental Hygiene Clinicians regarding the purchase of dental supplies, instruments and equipment, and repair and /or maintenance of these.
14. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with other members of the dental team. Be supportive of coworkers.
15. Perform dental hygiene procedures authorized by Florida law and delegated by a licensed dentist under the required level of supervision, including removal of calculus, plaque, accretions, and stains from exposed tooth surfaces and the gingival sulcus, and root planning or curettage when authorized and clinically indicated.
16. Teach home care oral hygiene instructions and/or apply dental fluoride varnishes.
17. Communicate information and ideas clearly, and concisely, in writing: read and understand information presented in writing.
18. Maintain neat and professional appearance at all times.
19. Use appropriate aseptic technique, standard precautions, and applicable CDC infection-prevention guidance when performing authorized dental hygiene procedures and assisting with clinical procedures within the dental hygienist’s lawful scope.
20. Carry out lawful functions deemed appropriate by the Director of Dental Hygiene Clinicians BENEFITS: Competitive Salary Federal Student Loan Forgiveness: PSLF – 10-year commitment, 120 loan payments and at the end of the commitment, the remaining loan is forgiven Excellent medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy benefits Employer Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance Employer Paid Life Insurance equivalent to 1x your annual salary Voluntary Short-Term Disability, additional Life and Dependent Life Insurance are available Malpractice Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) – 4.4 weeks per year pro-rated Holidays (9.5 paid holidays per year) Paid Birthday Holiday CME Reimbursement 401k Retirement Plan after 1 year of service (w/matching contributions) Staff productivity is recognized and rewarded PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Subject to Change) Requires 80% or more time spent standing/walking Independently mobile Ability to lift weight equivalents to that would be required when occasionally assisting and positioning patients, repositioning equipment and lifting supplies Ability to adapt and function in varying environments of workload, patient acuity, worksites and work shifts Environmentally exposed to a variety of contagious diseases and other patient related conditions American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job specific functions (listed within each job responsibility) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a case by case basis.