DENTAL HYGIENIST

Sky Pediatric Dentistry; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, &Vision

Employer Funded Pension Plan

Paid Time Off

Onsite fitness & wellness discounts

Education & training opportunities

Job summary

Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, VA is seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist to evaluate oral health, perform necessary x-rays and prophylaxis, and educate patients on oral hygiene. The role emphasizes patient safety and adherence to sterilization protocols within a team setting.

The candidate must graduate from an ADA-accredited dental hygiene program, be Virginia-licensed, and hold AHA BLS-HCP certification. Strong communication skills and CE commitment are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ADA-accredited school of dental hygiene required.
• Must be licensed to practice dental hygiene in Virginia.
• AHA BLS-HCP required.
• Ability to complete continuing education requirements in dentistry and care of special populations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient's oral health and hygiene status, performs necessary x-rays, panelipse, periodontal evaluation, and prophylaxis procedures.
• Maintains responsibility for the care and safety of patients during treatment.
• Provides necessary oral hygiene instruction with patient or caretaker, and maintains follow-up.
• Follows guidelines in policy and procedure manual for safe sterilization and cleaning of dental operatories.
• Assists other dental team members as needed with delivery of patient care.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

X-ray procedures

Education

ADA-accredited school of dental hygiene

Job description

DENTAL HYGIENIST

Employment Status:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Facility:

1111 S Jefferson St - Roanoke

Requisition Number:

R163245 DENTAL HYGIENIST (Open)

How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare:

The Dental Hygienist provides a variety of health care functions in accordance with the principles and practices of Dental Hygiene. Evaluates patient's oral health and hygiene status, performs necessary x-rays, panelipse, periodontal evaluation, and prophylaxis procedures. maintains responsibility for the care and safety of patients during treatment. provides necessary oral hygiene instruction with patient or caretaker, and maintains follow-up.

• Provides a variety of health care functions in accordance with the principles and practices of Dental Hygiene.
• Evaluates patient's oral health and hygiene status, performs necessary x-rays, panelipse, periodontal evaluation, and prophylaxis procedures.
• Maintains responsibility for the care and safety of patients during treatment.
• Provides necessary oral hygiene instruction with patient or caretaker, and maintains follow-up.
• Follows guidelines in policy and procedure manual for safe sterilization and cleaning of dental operatories.
• Assists other dental team members as needed with delivery of patient care.

What We Require:

Education: Graduate of an ADA-accredited school of dental hygiene required.

Experience: None.

Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: Must be licensed to practice dental hygiene in the state of Virginia. AHA BLS-HCP required.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Ability to complete continuing education requirements in dentistry and care of special populations. Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.

This job description is intended to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents in this role. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Compensation Range:

$30.47 - $45.71

Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies

Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. Thats why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life at work and when youre away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, well enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

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