Dental Hygienist (Part-Time, 16 Hours Per Week)

Job Summary:  Under the supervision of the Dentist, the Dental Hygienist provides comprehensive periodontal care.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

•          Educates patients regarding dental procedures, home care and post-op instructions.Monitors and reinforces instrument sterilization and operatory disinfection and barrier control.
•          Documents procedures in patient EHR. 
• Reviews patient’s health histories.
•          Provides comprehensive periodontal care to patients including scaling, root planning, prophylaxis and education.Other duties as assigned.

  Requirements

  Education/Licensing/Training:

  ·         High School Diploma or Equivalent.

  ·         Satisfactory completion of accredited RDH program.

  ·         Registered dental hygienist license and x-ray certification/license.

  ·         Current CPR certification.

  Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

  ·         Ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language.

  ·         Sensitivity to the needs and situations of a multi-cultural, low-income population and a desire to work with this population.

  ·         Basic computer skills and familiarity with front office procedures preferred.

  ·         Ability to solve practical problems and deal with variables.

  ·         Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral diagram, or schedule form.

  ·         Ability to work well with a multidisciplinary team.

  ·         Ability to problem solve and be self-motivated with an acute attention to detail.

  ·         One year experience in dental office or health center, preferred.

  ·         Must comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and AVH policies.

  ·         Must have excellent written, oral, organizational, and analytical skills.

  ·         Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

  Personal/Relationships/Behavior:

  ·         Displays cheerful demeanor and makes positive comments when on duty.

  ·         Refrains from participation in harmful gossip, dysfunctional group interactions, and divisive behavior.

  ·         Displays courteous and professional behavior in all interactions with the public.

  ·         Works cooperatively with other staff members.

  ·         Displays flexibility in accepting, changing, or carrying out assignments.

  ·         Adheres to dress code expectations, including fragrance-free requirements.

  ·         Displays sensitivity in a multicultural environment.

  ·         Maintain patient and organizational confidentiality.

  Physical Demands:

  ·         Standing/Walking: Up to 90% of the workday consists of stand/walking on tile and cement floors while performing duties.

  ·         Sitting: Up to 20% of the workday may be spent sitting answering the telephone, calling out prescriptions and referrals.

  ·         Lifting: Lifting may include up to 25lbs. in moving equipment or assisting disabled patients. 5% of the day involves lifting requiring a full range of motion.

  ·         Carrying: Up to 25% of the day may include carrying objects weighting up to 10lbs., this may include carrying charts and equipment, and newborn babies for procedures.

  ·         Pushing/Pulling: Up to 5% of the day may require pushing or pulling equipment, drawers, carts, and exam table stirrups.

  ·         Climbing: No more than 1% of the time may include climbing one flight of stairs.

  ·         Balancing: Up to 1% of the time may be required to use a footstool in retrieving supplies.

  ·         Stooping/Kneeling: Up to 5% of the workday is spent stooping or kneeling to open drawers and gathering equipment.

  ·         Bending: Up to 25% of the workday may be spent in bending at the waist picking up charts and supplies.

  ·         Reaching/Stretching: Up to 3% of the time may require or stretching to retrieve equipment or medications on shelves.

  ·         Handling: Hand and wrist movement is required 50% of the workday in holding charts and supplies.

  ·         Fingering: Up to 50% of the workday involves writing in the chart, receiving and sending messages.

  ·         Feeling: Normal tactile feeling is required to perform all job duties, including taking pulses.

  ·         Twisting: Up to 5% of the day may be required in retrieving supplies or equipment.

  ·         Talking: Average ability and fluency in English is required in communicating with patients, staff, and outside agencies, such as pharmacies and physicians’ offices.

  ·         Hearing: Average ability is required in answering the telephone and performing all job duties (particularly taking blood pressures and using a stethoscope).

  ·         Seeing: Average ability is required to read and follow instructions and assisting patients.

  Benefits

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with matching
  • Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Day, and Holiday packages
  • Flexible Spending Account Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life/ADD insurance policy
  • Long Term Disability Insurance