Job ID NumberR3315Employment TypeFull timeWorksite FlexibilityOnsiteJob SummaryAs the Dental Hygienist, you will be responsible for performing dental prophylaxis, scaling, and root planning on patientsJob DescriptionWe are looking for a Dental Hygienist to perform dental prophylaxis, scaling, and root planning on patients. This position will be full-time and onsite.What You’ll DoUse dental instruments and hygiene equipment, performing dental prophylaxis and scaling and root planningInstruct patients in preventive dental techniquesAssisting a high number of patients as requiredAbility to work with dentists, assistants, student assistants and volunteersWhat You'll NeedRequired:Must have a clear and current Florida Dental Hygiene licenseMust have a current/active CPR certificateKnowledge of dental terminologyKnowledge of dental hygiene principles and practicesSkills using dental instruments and equipment and performing dental prophylaxis and scaling and root planningAbility to instruct patients in preventive dental techniquesAbility to work with dentists, assistants, student assistants and volunteers in a way that promotes teamwork and the betterment of the residentsPreferred:Bilingual (English/Spanish) is highly preferredPediatric Experience is highly preferredExperience using EagleSoft and HMS computer systemsExperience working in the Public Health SystemPhysical DemandsAbility to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standardsSedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitorReasonable Accommodation StatementIf you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to or (888) 824 – 8111.Equal Employment Opportunity Policy StatementIt is the policy of CAI not to discriminate against any employee or applicant due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or being a protected veteran. It is also the policy of CAI to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or being a protected veteran, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment. Employees and applicants of CAI will not be subject to harassment due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or being a protected veteran. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State, or local EEO law is prohibited.