Dental Hygienist

Overview

We are currently hiring a part-time Dental Hygienist to work Tuesday and Thursday’s at our affiliated Advanced Dental Care practice in Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202. Candidates will be required to a Dental Hygiene license in the state of Florida from an accredited hygiene college.

Advanced Dental Care is a highly successfulaffiliated practice of Dental Care Alliance (DCA), supported by Dr. Dennis Corona, our Florida West Coast Dental Director.

We have been working diligently to ensure all our patients and staff feel safe and protected while in our office. We now have Plexi-glass Barriers in the reception area and in selected clinical areas. We have all the proper PPE for the staff and are CDC COVID-19 compliant.

Responsibilities

Essential Responsibilities

• Through the delivery of periodontal therapies and other hygiene-related services, Dental Hygienists are committed to improving the oral health of patients. Candidates must be enthusiastic about their dental work, and willing to provide the highest level of care at all times
• Under limited supervision, the Dental Hygienist provides 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.
• Patient screening, medical history and dental charting.
• Application of fluoride and protective sealants. Removal of calculus, stain and plaque from above and below the gum line.
• Provides nutritional counseling, and self-care programs to prevent disease.
• Other duties as required

Qualifications

Desired Skills:

• Active Hygiene license for the state you applied, required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Additional benefits for full-time employees:

• Medical
• Dental services
• Life insurance
• Vision
• 401k to name a few