Suncoast Community Health Centers Inc.
Dental Hygienist RDH
12 days ago
Brandon
Job Description POSITION TITLE: DENTAL HYGIENIST (RDH) - MOBILE DENTAL FLSA: EXEMPT We pay CME/CEU hours and licenses Duties/Responsibilities: • Perform comprehensive oral exams to evaluate oral health and hygiene status., • Provide patient education on effective oral hygiene practices and the importance of preventive care., • Tailor individualized oral care plans to meet each patient's specific needs., • Carry out scaling, root planing, and polishing procedures., • Administer treatments, including fluoride applications and sealants, to enhance oral health., • Take and analyze X-rays to help detect dental conditions and inform treatment strategies., • Collaborate with dentists and healthcare providers to design integrated, multidisciplinary care plans., • Coordinate with medical teams to ensure safe and effective dental treatment for patients with complex medical conditions., • Educate patients about the link between oral health and overall wellness, such as the role of gum health in heart disease prevention., • Keep meticulous, accurate patient records and document assessments, treatment plans, and follow-up care., • Engage in community outreach and wellness programs to raise oral health awareness., • Stay updated on current dental hygiene research and best practices in integrated care., • Advocate for patients' oral health needs within the healthcare system., • Comply with all regulatory standards for patient records., • Collaborate with medical providers to assess children's oral health, including evaluations for oral pathology., • Offer nutritional counseling and oral hygiene guidance to both children and their parents., • Provide toothbrush prophylaxis, dental polishing, and sealant applications as time allows., • Administer topical fluoride applications., • Perform full-mouth debridement (FMD), scaling and root planing (SRP), X-rays, and other hygienist duties when supporting dental clinics., • Clean and sterilize instruments, and ensure upkeep and sanitation of equipment and treatment areas., • Support improved access to urgent care and facilitate patient referrals to the dental clinic., • Proficient in dental software, electronic medical record (EMR) systems, digital imaging, and modern dental tools and technology., • Knowledgeable in HIPAA, OSHA, and dental care regulations, with strong commitment to compliance., • Open to continuous learning and skilled at adapting to new technologies, techniques, and procedures., • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for rapport building with patients and teamwork with healthcare providers., • Strong patient advocacy and educational abilities, skilled in explaining oral health information clearly and offering preventive care guidance., • Experienced in performing cleanings, scaling, root planing, polishing, fluoride treatments, and sealants., • Competent in X-ray processing and interpretation, dental instrument management, sterilization, and clinic hygiene., • Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills, with attention to detail, time management, and problem solving., • Must be able to effectively manage workflow and maintain high-quality standards in environments where staffing levels may be below ideal, demonstrating the ability to prioritize tasks and collaborate with the team under pressure, • Degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited institution (RDH degree preferred)., • Valid Florida Dental Hygiene License., • At least 3 years of experience in dental hygiene., • Flexibility for unscheduled work hours is required., • Precise hand control and steady movements for handling dental instruments., • Ability to sit or stand for extended periods during patient care., • Strength to operate dental tools and apply necessary pressure., • Sharp vision (with or without correction) for detailed oral examination., • Mobility to move between treatment rooms, adjust equipment, and assist patients., • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds (or 15 pounds in office settings) for equipment or supplies., • Adherence to infection control protocols, including PPE (masks, gloves, eye protection)., • Capacity to manage workflow, prioritize, and maintain quality under staffing constraints., • Fine motor skills for frequent use of office and dental equipment, including computers., • Must be able to travel to various center locations as required, millage is included in pay. Job Posted by ApplicantPro