Dental Hygienist (Part-time, 20 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