Dental Hygienist II - University of Florida - Gainesville, FL

Permanent Dental Receptionist / Front Desk Job

Gainesville, FL

Job Description

Perform oral prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance procedures, scaling, and root planing procedures for patients of Faculty Practice Dental Group, 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 exam, including probing and charting. Maintain current medical and dental history, blood pressure, radiographs, progress notes, and charge entry. Administer local anesthesia. Keep dental faculty 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 to assure timely care and scheduling of patients. Perform other administrative duties as necessary, i.e., copying, filing patient charts, etc. Supervise sterilization of dental instruments or sterilize them (when necessary). Maintain clinic and operatory equipment in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines. Order and stock hygiene supplies. Expose standardized and other special radiographs. Develop and mount them. Participate in in-service training and lectures. Maintain current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification and Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) licensure. Perform other duties (as necessary). Attend meetings (as required). Work in other College of Dentistry (CoD) departments (when needed).





Expected Salary:


$35.00 per hour

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. Domestic partner coverage through GatorCare is also available. Optional plans such as life, disability, legal and accident insurance are also available.



Build your retirement roadmap with competitive pension plans, investment accounts and a host of voluntary add-ons, such as 457 deferred compensation and 403(b) plans.



UF provides a variety of leave programs including vacation, sick leave, 10 paid holidays, personal leave days, and family medical leave. TEAMS employees accrue approximately 22 vacation days annually, 13 sick days annually, and 4 personal leave days, typically used during the holiday closing period (accruals based on full-time employment). UF also provides you the flexibility to deal with life’s challenges by offering paid family leave, eight full weeks of leave over a 24-month period.



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



Explore UF’s plethora of benefit options here: TEAMS Benefits






Minimum Requirements:


Licensed as a dental hygienist in accordance with Chapter 466, Florida Statutes and two years of clinical work experience as a licensed dental hygienist.




Preferred Qualifications:




Education & Training:


Certified to administer local anesthesia

Knowledge:


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





Special Instructions to Applicants:


In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.




Health Assessment Required:


Yes

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