Ops Dental Hygienist

OPS DENTAL HYGIENIST -

The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website. Agency:
Department of Health

Working Title:

OPS Dental Hygienist
- Pay Plan:
Temp Position Number:  Salary: $35/Hour Posting Closing Date: 07/30/2026

Your Specific Responsibilities:
This position serves as an OPS Dental Hygienist on Flagler and St. Johns County's Dental Outreach program operating in Flagler and St. Johns County. This position offers a fun and exciting work environment that is also very rewarding. You will be an instrumental part of breaking down barriers that keep some children from receiving much needed dental care. This position works under the general supervision of the Operations and Management Consultant II in the dental outreach program and provides professional support and technical assistance to staff, community agencies and the public.

This position will be assigned to the School Based Sealant Program providing preventative dental services for students inside elementary schools. This position could require travel between multiple work sites. If you have been licensed to practice dental hygiene in any state for at least 10 years, you may be able to obtain a Limited Dental Hygiene license in Florida and practice dental hygiene for the Florida Department of Health.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to lift 30lbs or more Ability to provide instruction/education to patients in preventative dental health techniques Ability to complete and maintain patients medical records

Qualifications:

Minimum
- Must be willing to accept this salary if offered the position Must be willing to physically come in the office to perform the duties & responsibilities of the positions Must have current authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship Must be currently licensed to practice Dental Hygiene Must have a valid Driver's License Must have experience providing dental assessments Preferred
- Experience working with children Computer knowledge (Outlook, HMS) Bi-lingual English/Spanish

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:
Mission:
To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts. Vision:
To be the Healthiest State in the Nation. Values:

Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

Collaboration:

We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems. Accountability:
We perform with integrity & respect. Responsiveness:
We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners. Excellence:
We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work: 301 Dr. Carter Blvd, Bunnell, FL  San Sebastian View, St. Augustine, FL. 32084

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:
State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory) Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office) Workers' Compensation (mandatory, if needed) Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed) Deferred Compensation (voluntary) Employee Assistance Program (voluntary) And more! For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit

Please be advised:
Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process. This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration.

Note:

You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS)…