Dental Hygienist
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Join Our Team as a Dental Hygienist!
Location: Gainesville FL
Job Type: Fulltime
Overview:
Spectrum Healthcare Resources a premier healthcare services provider is seeking a dedicated civilian Dental Hygienist for a potential opportunity with the South Georgi aand North Florida VA in Gainesville FL!
If youre passionate about delivering topquality dental care and thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment we want to hear from you.
Hours of Performance:
Monday to Fridayhours per week)
Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive examinations of patients oral cavity including mouth throat and pharynx and record conditions of teeth and surrounding tissues.
- Refer patients with abnormalities such as cavities defective fillings suspicious growths or periodontal disease to the dentist.
- Apply desensitizing and other topical agents to treat abnormalities like gingivitis and oral ulceration.
- Instruct patients both individually and in groups in proper oral hygiene care using various materials and techniques.
- Explain the common causes of tooth decay and construct sports/safety mouth guards and soft night guards for vital bleaching.
- Polish restorations apply pit and fissure sealants and assist chairside dental assisting when directed by the dental clinics Officer in Charge (OIC).
- Maintain accurate records of patients treated and ensure proper maintenance and sterilization of instruments.
Qualifications:
- Graduation from a dental hygiene program that qualifies for state licensure.
- Training in radiation physics biology health safety/protection Xray films/digital radiography image quality and radiographic techniques meeting or exceeding 42 C.F.R. Part 75 requirements.
- Successful completion of the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE) and possession of an active current valid and unrestricted license in at least one of the 50 states and/or the District of Columbia the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or territories of the United States.
- Minimum of one 1 year of experience as a dental hygienist within the last two years prior to contract .
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
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