Dental Hygienist

Crescent Community Health Center; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. seeks a Dental Hygienist to provide oral hygiene services and treatment for patients of all ages. You will perform prophylaxis, patient education, and screenings, under the supervision of a dentist, while maintaining electronic clinical records and contributing to policy and quality improvement efforts.

The role emphasizes adherence to best practices, ongoing professional development, and collaboration with the dental team to ensure effective, cost-conscious patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform dental prophylaxis and related hygiene procedures with adherence to safety and infection control standards.
• Provide patient education on home care, brushing, flossing and nutrition.
• Assist dentist during procedures and maintain proper clinical records.
• Apply topical fluorides and sealants as indicated and assess patient history and needs.
• Participate in development and improvement of dental policies and quality plans.

Job description

## DescriptionThe Dental Hygienist provides oral hygiene services and treatment to patients of all ages. Participates in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of oral health care. Provides professional dental hygiene leadership through compliance with established routines, policies, and procedures.**Essential Duties****:** Essential job duties for this position include the following items. Other duties must be performed as assigned or required.* Perform all job functions according to CCHC mission and values.* Provides clinical services including but not limited to: oral prophylaxis, instruction for proper home care techniques for oral hygiene including tooth brushing, flossing, nutrition and need for professional care; apply topical fluorides and sealants; screen and evaluate clients regarding caries detection, periodontal pathology; assess medical history; operate digital radiography equipment; supra and sub gingival scaling and curettage; root planning; procedures involving team periodontal techniques; administration of local anesthetics; gross debridement in treatment of acute periodontal conditions.* Provides dental education and instruction to clients individually and/or in groups.* Assists dentist as required in treatment of teeth and gums.* Uses all available resources in diagnosis and treatment in an appropriate and cost-efficient manner.* Maintains electronic clinical records and maintains other records regarding services provided, supplies and materials used.* Participates in development of dental policies, procedures, dental record, and quality improvement plan.* Maintains, uses, processes, and stores instruments, supplies, and equipment according to established standards.* Participates in ensuring professional education for self and staff to maintain the highest level of expertise.* Maintains positive relationships with other professionals within the community.* Work toward continuous quality improvement.* Stay current with changing best practices and technologies.* Uphold, support, and promote all company policies and procedures.