OPS Dental Hygienist

Job Details

Job No: 537222

Work Type: Part Time

Location: Wildlight Dental Clinic, Yulee, Florida

Categories: Allied Health, Dentistry

Department:  - DN-WILDLIGHT DENTAL PRACTICE

The College of Dentistry is recruiting a part-time OPS Dental Hygienist position at the Wildlight Dental Clinic in Yulee, Florida. This position will work under the direction of dental faculty members in oral hygiene instruction, dental cleanings, and related treatments and administer local anesthesia (as necessary).

• Perform oral prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance procedures, scaling, and root planing procedures for patients of the Wildlight Dental Clinic, as permitted by Florida law.
• Instruct, evaluate, and supervise patients in oral hygiene education and preventive dental techniques.
• Perform all other related duties.
• Complete appropriate extra- and intra-oral exams, including probing and charting.
• Maintain current medical and dental history, blood pressure, radiographs, progress notes, and charge entry.
• Keep dental faculty members informed of patient appointments and coordinate scheduling between doctors and patients.
• Support the patient recall system and scheduling in cooperation with the front office staff members to ensure timely care and scheduling of patients.
• Perform other administrative duties as necessary (e.g., copying, filing patient charts).
• Supervise sterilization of dental instruments or sterilize them when necessary.
• Maintain clinic and operatory equipment in accordance with OSHA guidelines.
• Order and stock hygiene supplies.
• Expose, develop, and mount standardized and other special radiographs.
• Participate in in-service training and lectures.
• Maintain current CPR certification and registered dental hygienist (RDH) licensure.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

$40.00 - $45.00 per hour; commensurate with education and experience

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. Build your retirement with the FICA Alternative Plan and a host of voluntary add-ons, such as 457 deferred compensation and 403(b) plans. Optional insurance plans such as life, disability, legal, and accident insurance are also available.

UF Employees are also eligible for the Gator Perks discount program, which provides big savings at various businesses and retailers!

Licensed as a dental hygienist in accordance with Chapter 466, Florida Statutes and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Thorough knowledge of dental terminology, dental procedures, dental equipment and instruments, and knowledge of dental materials.

Exceptional interpersonal skills. Good organizational skills. Ability to communicate orally, by phone, 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 and work independently. Exceptional compassion.

In order to be considered, please upload your cover letter and resume.

This is a part-time, time-limited position.

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

This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not apply.

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12 January 2026

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The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call  or the Florida Relay System at  (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

Entry level

Part-time

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