Dental Hygienist jobs at Florida Department of Transportation

Functional Area: Patient Care / Operational Excellence Estimated Effort: 70% Responsibilities, Deliverables, Outcomes, and Expectations * Assess the dental needs of patients using approved screening procedures, including medical history review, dental charting, and periodontal charting. Collect and record vital signs. * Provide preventive oral health services such as dental prophylaxis, scaling, periodontal treatment, sealant application, and fluoride application consistent with accepted professional standards, state law, and Valley View clinical protocols. * Document all dental services by charting findings, diagnosis, treatment plan, and completed care to ensure the dental chart accurately reflects the visit, patient condition, and care provided. * Educate patients by providing oral hygiene and post-operative instructions. * Maintain minimum productivity standards as defined in the employment agreement. * Prepare and maintain dental supplies, materials, and instruments, including disinfecting and sterilizing equipment according to CDC and clinic policy. * Maintain optimal operation of all dental equipment, including handpieces, radiographic units, sterilizers, ultrasonic cleaners, water distillers, amalgam separators, and central evacuation systems. * Maintain dental supply inventory, including stocking operatories, managing supply orders, and tracking usage. * Complete duties in accordance with all health center policies, procedures, objectives, QI activities, safety, environmental, and clinical infection control standards. * Follow through with post-visit responsibilities. Functional Area: Administrative / Outreach & Education Estimated Effort: 20% Responsibilities, Deliverables, Outcomes, and Expectations * Participate in daily morning huddles. * Complete patient referrals (internal and external) and assist with care coordination as needed. * Assist with telephone triage and appropriately distinguish between dental emergencies and routine treatment. * Review hygiene schedule daily and collaborate with Patient Access staff to ensure appointments are filled. * Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the dental clinic and instruments/equipment. * Prepare treatment plans and cost estimates; review with patients as needed. * Prepare and submit dental insurance prior authorizations per dentist's diagnosis. * Organize, present, and assist in oral health education and outreach events within the community. * Assist the Director of Dental Operations with administrative duties such as supply ordering, SDS manual upkeep, infection control monitoring, and EHR/digital imaging troubleshooting. * Maintain patient confidentiality at all times. * Support onboarding and training of new dental staff members. Functional Area: Service and Other Responsibilities Estimated Effort: 10% Responsibilities, Deliverables, Outcomes, and Expectations * Serve on committees, work groups, or service teams within Valley View Health Centers and CAC as needed. * Demonstrate commitment to the organization's mission in promoting oral health. Education * High School Diploma or equivalent. * Successful completion of a Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) Dental Hygiene program. Job-Related Experience * Preference for individuals with experience in community health centers and/or Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) dental programs. * Experience working with preschool-aged and young children in a dental setting. * Experience with digital radiography and electronic health records. Licenses, Certifications, and Accreditations * Current/Active Dental Hygiene license through the Ohio State Dental Board. * Completion of a board-approved course in local anesthesia and successful passage of the CDCA or WREB Local Anesthesia Examination for Dental Hygienists. * Completion of a board-approved course in administration or monitoring of nitrous oxide-oxygen (N2O-O2) minimal sedation. * Successful completion of a board-approved course in the identification and prevention of potential medical emergencies. * Current healthcare provider CPR and AED certification through the American Heart Association. Direct Patient Care Requirements * Verification of licensure, registration, or certification. * Verification of education and training. * Completion of a query of the Office of Inspector General (OIG). * Verification of physical and mental fitness for duty and absence of impairments that may affect safe, effective care. * Three professional letters of recommendation. * Current BLS/CPR certification. * Proof of Hepatitis B immunity or vaccination record. Preferred Qualifications * Minimum of one year and 1,500 hours of dental hygiene experience. * Completion of a four-hour board-approved course in medical emergency prevention. * Completion of a board-approved course qualifying the hygienist to practice under the Oral Health Access Supervision Program (OHASP) and eligibility for a valid OHASP permit. Working Conditions * Position is in a well-lighted clinical environment; may require travel between VVHC dental clinics (up to 25%). * Requires effective verbal and written communication skills; must be able to speak and read English. * Work is fast-paced and may require sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. * Requires manual dexterity to handle instruments and operate equipment. * Vision requirements include close and detailed work. * Must regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds.