Dental Hygienist RDH - Suncoast Community Health Centers Inc.

POSITION TITLE: DENTAL HYGIENIST RDH

FSLA: EXEMPT

**We pay CME/CEU hours and licenses **

REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Associates Degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited Hygiene program
• Valid Florida Dental Hygiene License
• Able to work in harmony with other dental staff
• Self-Motivated
• BLS certification
• Valid driver's license, ability to drive day and night and ability go get to and from work without a set schedule are required.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

• Participation in a community based/school linked sealant program
• Assist in developing programs to increase access to preventive dental services in low-income populations
• Provide dental health education lesson plans at schools, community centers, etc.
• Placement of dental sealants
• Dental prophylaxis and polishing.
• Oral hygiene instructions
• Topical fluoride application
• Cleaning and sterilization of dental hygiene instruments
• Cleaning and maintenance of dental hygiene equipment and treatment areas
• Ability to go/come from work without a set schedule is required.
• Home site is where the Coach/Portable is based for the day; travel is not paid
• Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None