Dental Hygienist Hourly

Job Description

Overview

The Dental Hygienist provides dental care and promotes dental health by performing a variety of tasks under the supervision of a licensed dentist. They assess patient needs, clean teeth, take and develop dental x-rays, and educate patients on proper oral hygiene. They adhere to all relevant laws, regulations, and protocols related to dental hygiene and maintain accurate patient records.

Responsibilities

Prepare treatment room and select materials and equipment for dental hygiene visits.

Provide oral hygiene and postoperative instructions to patients and answer their questions.

Maintain and sterilize dental instruments, document dental hygiene services and maintain confidentiality of patient information.

Maintain a safe and clean working environment, adhere to infection-control policies and protocols, and conserve dental resources.

Ensure proper functioning of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions, and evaluating new equipment and techniques

Qualifications

Education

Graduate from an accredited Dental Hygienist school

Experience

Two (2) years’ experience

Previous correctional/detention facility experience

Five (5) years’ experience

Licenses/Certifications

Unrestricted current Dental Hygiene license, certification or registration in state of practice - must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc.

Current (and must maintain) lifesaving BLS certification through AHA

Current (and must maintain) lifesaving ACLS certification through AHA

Full-time