Dental Hygienist

midtownchc; Clearfield (UT); On-site; USD 51,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 403b retirement plan

PTO

Paid Holidays

Life insurance

Job summary

Midtown CHC in Utah seeks a part-time Dental Hygienist to assist the dental provider, perform prophylaxis, dental X-rays, fluoride, sealants and perio scaling under supervision, and educate patients on treatment plans.

Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene school and Utah Dental Hygiene License are required; current BLS certification is also required. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred, with emphasis on accurate records, sterilization, and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program.
• Utah Dental Hygiene License required; BLS certification required.
• 2 years' experience in a health care center preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide prophylaxis, dental X-rays, fluoride, sealants, and perio scaling.
• Deliver local anesthesia under dentist supervision as needed.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and treatment plans.
• Complete paperwork and maintain confidential patient records.
• Maintain sterilization procedures and dental materials knowledge.
• Recognize emergencies and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Patient education

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree in Dental Hygiene

Utah Dental Hygiene License

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Dental X-ray equipment

Job description

Job Title: Dental Hygienist

Rate of Pay: $36.73 per hour

Schedule: Part-time, 20 hours per week, between Mond and Fri 7:30 am-6:00 pm

Benefits: Matching 403b retirement plan, PTO, Paid Holidays, and $50,000 company paid life insurance.

General Description:

Assist the Dental Provider in the provision of dental services to patients. Communicate with patients to ensure their understanding of dental treatment planning. Maintain the dental oratories and lab materials using appropriate sterilization and safety techniques.

Responsibilities:

• Understand, promote and educate staff on all UPFH policies and clinical protocols
• Assess patient's medical history, obtain clinical evidence of patient's levels of periodontal health
• Provide prophylaxis, dental x-rays, fluoride treatments, sealants, patient education, and perio-scaling, root planning, and other medications as required
• Deliver appropriate local anesthesia as requested by and under supervision of dentist
• Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs
• Ensure completion of paperwork by the patients
• Maintain computerized patient medical and treatment records and proper documentation with confidentiality
• Recognize emergencies
• Maintain current knowledge of dental materials, dental procedures, occupational safety protocols and sterilization/disinfecting procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene school. Utah Dental Hygiene License required. Current certification in BLS required. 2 years' experience as a Dental Hygienist in a health care center, medical office or equivalent is preferred.

Other Skills:

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and written in English and Spanish preferred. Ability to handle delicate equipment, knowledge of dental instruments and equipment procedures. Knowledge of medication used in conjunction with dental hygiene work. Knowledge of computer applications and equipment related to work. Knowledge of technical dental practices, filling preparations, sterilization techniques and lab procedures. Ability to assess verbal presentations of patients. Knowledge of office routines, basic office equipment and computers, and dental record keeping procedures. Ability to build interpersonal relationships and deliver excellent customer service. Critical thinking and decision-making skills. Time management and organizational skills.