Dental Hygienist

Canyonlands Healthcare; Littlefield (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Leave

Retirement plan offered

Outpatient only

No Call, Monday-Thursday

Job summary

Canyonlands Healthcare in Littlefield, AZ, is hiring a Dental Hygienist to provide comprehensive hygiene services across our network, including school sites.

You will perform prophylaxis, scaling, fluoride treatments, and assist with anesthesia where allowed, while educating patients and maintaining records. Join a team dedicated to community oral health and professional development.

Qualifications

• Valid licensure as a Dental Hygienist in the relevant state.
• Proven experience in providing comprehensive dental hygiene services.
• Knowledge of current principles and practices of oral hygiene and periodontal care.
• Ability to perform dental prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, and other clinical procedures effectively.
• Strong communication skills to educate and motivate patients.
• Attention to detail and excellent record-keeping abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work at various sites, including schools and community outreach programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical oral hygiene services including prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, sealant application, tooth polishing, and fluoride treatments.
• Administer local anesthesia when necessary, in accordance with applicable state laws, at the office and at remote sites such as schools.
• Obtain baseline oral hygiene assessment data based on accepted principles of oral health evaluation.
• Educate patients and groups on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care strategies.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with dentists and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
• Ensure infection control protocols are strictly followed to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.

Skills

Dental Hygiene License

Clinical Prophylaxis

Oral Health Education

Infection Control

Record Keeping

Team Collaboration

Flexible Site Coverage

Education

State Dental Hygiene License

Local Anesthesia Certification

Tools

EHR Systems

Job description

Description

Dental Hygienist

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical oral hygiene services including dental prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, sealant application, tooth polishing, and fluoride treatments.
• Administer local anesthesia when necessary, in accordance with applicable state laws, at the office and at remote sites such as schools.
• Obtain baseline oral hygiene assessment data based on accepted principles of oral health evaluation.
• Educate patients and groups on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care strategies.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with dentists and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
• Ensure infection control protocols are strictly followed to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Valid licensure as a Dental Hygienist in the relevant state.
• Proven experience in providing comprehensive dental hygiene services.
• Knowledge of current principles and practices of oral hygiene and periodontal care.
• Ability to perform dental prophylaxis, scaling, root planning, and other clinical procedures effectively.
• Strong communication skills to educate and motivate patients.
• Attention to detail and excellent record-keeping abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work at various sites, including schools and community outreach programs.

Employee Benefits:

• Paid Leave
• Retirement plan offered
• Outpatient only
• No Call, Monday-Thursday

We offer a dynamic work environment that values continuous learning and professional development. Join us to make a meaningful difference in our community’s oral health and enjoy a rewarding career with opportunities for growth and advancement.