Dental Hygienist – Special Needs Care (Full-Time)

DentalPower; Florida; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A full-time Dental Hygienist position is available at the Conway Human Development Center in Florida. The role involves examining patients, providing dental cleanings, and educating on oral hygiene. Candidates should have experience or interest in working with patients with intellectual disabilities.

Benefits

Health Insurance

PTO / Vacation Leave

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Malpractice Coverage

Qualifications

• Experience or special interest in treating patients with intellectual disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients' teeth and periodontal tissues.
• Remove plaque, clean teeth, and apply preventative treatments.
• Provide preventative dental health education.

Skills

Experience in treating patients with intellectual disabilities

Job description

Position: Dental Hygienist

We have a full-time position available for a Dental Hygienist at the Conway Human Development Center. The role involves working 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.

Qualified candidates should have experience or a special interest in treating patients with intellectual disabilities.

Additional Details:

• Open to alternate schedules—please share your availability for consideration.
• The Conway Human Development Center is an intermediate care facility for individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities.

Responsibilities:

1. Examine patients' teeth and periodontal tissues, and chart findings.
2. Remove plaque, clean teeth, and apply topical preventative treatments.
3. Provide preventative dental health education to promote good oral hygiene techniques.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• PTO / Vacation Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Malpractice Coverage