OPS DENTAL HYGIENIST

Date: Nov 4, 2026 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce_operations/human_resource_management/for_job_applicants/e_verify) .Requisition No: 883004 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: OPS DENTAL HYGIENIST - 64853303 Pay Plan: Temp Position Number: 64853303

Salary: $30.00 - $40.00 Posting Closing Date: 11/28/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/)Open Competitive

Your Specific Responsibilities: This is an intermediate level position performing a narrow range of assignments under generalsupervision. The primary responsibilities of this position are to ensure the delivery of qualitydental services to clients of the Leon County Health Department's pediatric dental clinic. Thisincludes but is not limited to actual treatment performed on patients, assurance ofconfidentiality, monitoring sterilization procedures, development of community dental programs toassist in screening high risk individuals and periodic training programs as needed. This position will primarily work in Leon County Schools as part of SMILE United program. When notassigned to school-based duties, responsibilities will be performed at the Molar Express with the Florida Department of Health in Leon County dental clinic.

• Participates in the School Based Sealant Program, Early Head Start, Head Start, Early Learning Coalition programs, and any other community programs. Responsible for setting up portable dentalequipment; can lift up to 50 pounds. Responsible for all dental-related compliance tasks, includingwaterline testing, routine spore testing, and maintaining all biohazard logs.
• Removes calculus deposits, accretions and stains from exposed surfaces of the teeth andfrom the tooth surfaces within the gingival sulcus. Performs gingival curettage and root planningas needed. Polishes clinical crowns. Instruct patients in oral hygiene care and supervise patientoral hygiene care, charts suspected findings of the oral cavity and records procedures performed inelectronic dental record, medical history and next visit. Apply dental sealants and topical fluorides. Places and exposes digital radiographs. Performs remediable tasks as delegated in the Dental Practice Act. Enters procedures and billing into Health Management System within 5 calendar days of service. Enter patient information into HMS and Eaglesoft as needed. Follows up with dental patientreferrals.
• Sterilization, disinfecting, cleaning and maintenance of instruments, equipment and operatoriesas appropriate according to state, federal and ADA guidelines.
• Maintaining inventory of consumable supplies and ordering within an adequate timeframe to ensurethat no materials are ever totally depleted.
• Participate in in-service and staff development programs related to job performance. Attendstaff meetings and other related in-services to keep current pertinent rules, regulations andprocedures.
• Perform other related duties as required by the supervisor.

Qualifications: Licensure as a Dental Hygienist in accordance with Chapter 466, Florida Statutes. 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:
• The Dr. Edward F. Zapert Dental Clinic - The Molar Express912 Railroad Avenue
• Tallahassee, FL 32310 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 beloware available:
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with PeopleFirst 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, visitwww.mybenefits.myflorida.com.Please be advised:
• Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentationprovided through the electronic application process.
• This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation indirect deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employmentconsideration.

Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct thisbackground check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment forsafety-sensitive positions. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unlessthey are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have aLetter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSSwebsite:http://www.sss.govIf you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how yourcurrent benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your currentretirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of yourretirement. The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form 1-9 and that information will beverified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security inpartnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility. Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal workhours or days. All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn andcommunicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet thisrequirement will not be considered. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does nottolerate 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 providethe accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonablesuspicion 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 millionservice men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to servingmembers of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to applyfor vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALORprogram, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initiallicensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professionallicense within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that thetransition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects ourappreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country. 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.

Location: TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32312 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32309 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32307 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32310 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302 Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee