Dental Hygienist

Reports to: Director of Dental Hygiene Providers

FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Personnel Supervised: None

This is a working level job working under general direction applying discretion and latitude in performance of various tasks associated with dental hygiene in a clinical or public health setting. Incumbents may supervise and evaluate performance of professional, paraprofessional and/or support personnel as assigned. Incumbents must be licensed as a Dental Hygienist in the state of Florida to perform this job.

• Education:
  
  Graduate of an accredited school of dentistry
• Licensed as a Dental Hygienist in Florida
• Insurability (malpractice)
• Principles, theories, and practices of dentistry
• Principles, theories, and practices of radiology
• Principles, theories, and practices of dental hygiene

• 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
• Complete all required paperwork on time (Timesheets, encounter tickets, evaluations, progress notes, etc.)
• 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
• Participate in staff outreach and off-site health care programs requiring Dentistry services as requested by the Dental Director. Represent CFHC in the community
• Complete all duties, responsibilities, and competencies in a manner that is appropriate to the age groups to whom care / services are being provided
• Provide necessary information and signatures for participation in reimbursement arrangements, such as Medicare, Medicaid, and other plans
• Maintain up to date knowledge of coding and billing requirements
• Provide accurate coding information on encounter tickets that corresponds to care given and documented in progress notes
• Rotate to other CFHC centers as needed to provide coverage
• Report as needed to the Dental Director any pertinent information or situations that impact on patient care or CFHC liability
• Attend and participate in mandatory CFHC meetings (Center Specific quarterly meetings, Corporate meetings, and other meetings as designated by the Dental Director)
• Report dental issues at the Dental Meetings
• Review and update dental provider protocols and participate in Quality Assurance programs to minimize risk, in collaboration with the Chief Clinical Officer
• Participate in Peer Review activities as requested by CCO
• Make recommendations to the Dental Director regarding the purchase of dental supplies, instruments, and equipment, and repair and/or maintenance of these
• Demonstrate ability to work cooperatively with other members of the dental team
• Be supportive of coworkers
• Teach personal hygiene and daily living skills
• Communicate information and ideas clearly, and concisely, in writing; read and understand information presented in writing
• Maintain neat and professional appearance at all times
• Perform all surgical procedures using sterile techniques and CDC guidelines
• Carry out any other activities deemed appropriate by the Dental Director

• 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

• 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,…