Dental Hygienist

Southeast Community Health Systems; Independence (LA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 57,859; Full time

Job summary

Southeast Community Health Systems is seeking a dedicated Dental Hygienist in Independence, Louisiana, responsible for coordinating dental care and ensuring patient oral health. The role includes cleaning teeth, educating patients on hygiene, and maintaining equipment.

Applicants must have a minimum of an associate degree, be a licensed dental hygienist in Louisiana, and have proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. This position offers an hourly salary between $27 and $42, based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an associate degree required.
• Licensed as a dental hygienist in good standing in Louisiana.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Clean teeth and examine oral areas for signs of disease.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care.
• Maintain dental equipment and instruments.

Skills

Oral hygiene education

X-ray development

Equipment maintenance

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Dental instruments

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for the coordination of dental care tasks, mostly focused on keeping patients' teeth and gums clean.

Essential Functions

• Clean teeth and examine oral areas, head, and neck for signs of oral disease.
• May educate patients on oral hygiene, take and develop X-rays, or apply fluoride or sealants.
• Clean calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums, using dental instruments.
• Record and review patient medical histories.
• Examine gums, using probes, to locate periodontal recessed gums and signs of gum disease.
• Feel and visually examine gums for sores and signs of disease.
• Expose and develop X-ray film.
• Maintain dental equipment and sharpen and sterilize dental instruments.
• Provide clinical services or health education to improve and maintain the oral health of patients or the general public.
• Treat dental problems or diseases.
• Record patient medical histories.
• Fabricate medical devices.
• Examine mouth, teeth, gums, or related facial structures.
• Operate diagnostic or therapeutic medical instruments or equipment.
• Other duties within the scope of license assigned.

Requirements

Education: Minimum of an associate degree required.

Experience: Licensed as a dental hygienist in good standing within the state of Louisiana.

Computer Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Other Requirements

• Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
• BLS Certification required.

Salary Description

$27 - $42 hourly