OPS DENTAL HYGIENIST - 64961089

Requisition No: 695424 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS DENTAL HYGIENIST - 64961089

Position Number: 64961089 

Salary:  $26.00/hour 

Posting Closing Date: 03/27/2023 

Open Competitive

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is work providing professional dental hygiene services consisting of prophylaxis, root planning, curettage and delegated remediable tasks.  Work may also consist of the promotion and establishment of population-based dental preventive and educational programs and related dental public health activities.  This position is under the direct supervision of the Dentist.  Incumbent is responsible for securing the information set for the purpose of protecting confidentiality, data integrity and appropriate access per DOH policies and procedures.  Assure DOH privacy procedures are followed and documented. 

• Removes calculus deposits, accretions, and stains from exposed surfaces of the teeth and from the tooth surfaces within the gingival sulcus.

• Performs gingival curettage and root planning. Pre-assesses and charts suspected findings of the oral cavity.  Records procedures performed in treatment record.  Places, exposes, processes and mounts dental radiographic film.  Applies sealants and topical fluorides. Polishes clinical crowns and amalgam restorations.  Instructs patients in oral hygiene care and supervises patient oral hygiene care.

• Promotes, develops, and conducts community and school-based preventive and educational program to include a County Dental Education program; provides information to teachers, nurses and aides in school clinics and nursing homes.  Aids and information to school board and county administration in Dental Health Education.  Coordinates activities related to evaluation or preventive programs involving the use of topical fluorides and other oral hygiene procedures for community groups, schools, daycare centers, and geriatric centers; interprets policies, procedures, and standards for implementation of fluoride programs; schedules visits to help determine information needs and provides information to in-house staff.

• Time sheet and EAR entry within the required time frame. Subject to emergency duty in the event of a natural disaster. Completion of all mandatory or assigned trainings within the required time frame.

Assists the Dentist in the absence of the Dental Assistant providing four handed dentistry skills and client services.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of dental terminology, knowledge of dental hygiene principles and practices.  Skill in using dental instruments, equipment and performing dental prophylaxis.  Ability to instruct patients in preventive dental techniques and communicate effectively.

Qualifications:

Must be licensed as a Dental Hygienist in the State of Florida

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

Live Oak

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements.  Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Please be advised:

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.  

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov 

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.  Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.  E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.   

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. 

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. 

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women.  The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.  Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.    

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.