Dental Hygienist

Smile Design Ocala; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Six paid holidays and PTO

Continuing education opportunities

Hygiene mentorship program

Job summary

Smile Design Ocala is seeking a compassionate Dental Hygienist to join our patient-centered team in Ocala, FL. This full-time role offers a four-day workweek (Mon-Thu) with 7:45 AM–4:00 PM hours, supporting preventive care and patient education.

Applicants should hold a Florida dental hygiene license and an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene, with CPR certification. New graduates are welcome; mentoring is provided to grow clinical skills and career development.

Qualifications

• Current dental hygienist license in Florida.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene (where required).
• CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive dental hygiene care and education.
• Perform dental hygiene procedures and patient screenings.
• Collaborate with the dental team to deliver high-quality patient care.

Skills

Dental hygiene knowledge

Patient education

Screening medical history

Education

Florida dental hygiene license

Associate's or Bachelor's in dental hygiene

Tools

Velscope

Diagnodent

Digital scanner

Digital x-rays

EMR systems

Job description

Dental Hygienist | Full-Time | Smile Design Ocala

Location: Ocala, FL

Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 7:45 AM-4:00 PM

Position: Full-Time Dental Hygienist

Experience Level: New graduates and experienced Dental Hygienists are welcome to apply

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in 1,900+ dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the clinical leaders of their practice, retain full clinical autonomy, and establish their own care philosophies. All Heartland Dental supported doctors and hygienists are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and patient experiences.

Hygienists in CT, MD, NC, NV and WA work for a supported professional corporation (PC) and are not employed by Heartland Dental.

As a Dental Hygienist , you’ll be recognized as an elite clinical provider and patient advocate.

You’ll be an integral member of the patient care team, giving your patients the time and care they need, deserve and desire.

With best-in-class support through our robust Hygiene mentor program and unparalleled educational offerings to enhance your clinical skills – you’ll be 100% supported as you provide exceptional lifetime care to your patients!

What You’ll Gain

• Competitive benefits including health insurance and retirement savings plans, six paid holidays and PTO (paid time off)
• Continuing education to provide you opportunity to develop your full potential and enhance your clinical skills to provide education and care to your patients.
• Access to an expansive network of mentors with 1:1 hygiene mentorship support and networking opportunities available at your fingertips .
• Unparalleled business support and the highest quality supplies and labs to deliver exceptional patient care .
• Opportunity to be a part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited growth potential

About Smile Design Ocala

Smile Design Ocala is looking for a compassionate and team-oriented Dental Hygienist to join our practice! Whether you are a new graduate ready to begin your hygiene career or an experienced hygienist looking for your next long-term dental home, we would love to meet you. Our team describes the office as compassionate, connected, easy-going, energetic, and positive. We are looking for someone who enjoys being part of a team, communicates well with both patients and coworkers, and brings patience and a collaborative mindset to the practice. This is a full-time opportunity working Monday-Thursday from 7:45 AM-4:00 PM, offering a consistent four-day workweek.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current dental hygienist license in Florida and an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene (where required)
• Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, dental patient screening and medical history documentation
• CPR Certification

Preferred Experience

• New graduates and seasoned hygienists are both welcome!
• Experience using Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital x-rays and electronic medical record systems
• Desire to continue learning and grow clinical skills to meet needs of patients and provide preventative care and overall maintenance of patients’ dental healthClinical needs as required by office

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential duties as deemed necessary by the Office/ Doctor/ Heartland Dental
• with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position
• Prolonged periods sitting and standing
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times
• Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person)periodically throughout the year

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.

Who is Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,900+ dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the leaders of their practice and retain clinical autonomy. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve.

At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion.

We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.