Dental Hygienist

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry; Sheridan (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent correctional health care provider seeks a part-time Dental Hygienist to work at the Sheridan Correctional Center. The role involves performing oral hygiene services, educating residents, and assisting the dentist while ensuring a clean and confidential environment. Ideal candidates should be licensed, CPR certified, and preferably have experience in dental settings.

Qualifications

• Current Illinois license as a Dental Hygienist.
• Current CPR Certification from recognized bodies.
• Experience in a dental or correctional setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform scaling and cleaning of teeth as prescribed.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and care.
• Assist the dentist in clinic sessions and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Oral hygiene education

Patient instruction

Technical dental skills

Confidentiality management

Education

Appropriate education needed to obtain license

Job description

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POSITION: Dental Hygienist
SCHEDULE: Part-Time / Work Monday and Friday 8a-6p / 20 hours a week
FACILITY: Sheridan Correctional Center
LOCATION: Sheridan, IL
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Correctional centers are like small cities, and just like small cities, correctional centers have medical and mental health services for all residents.

The dental office has a need for a Part Time Dental Hygienist. Work with experienced staff, super supportive Dentist, and a 24/7 medical team.

A Job Should be MORE than just a paycheck.

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is one of the nation's largest correctional health care providers. Over the past 30 years, our team of dedicated clinical professionals has helped literally millions of justice-involved patients receive life-changing medical and mental health services.

The majority of our patients come from marginalized or impoverished backgrounds. In many cases, our doctors, nurses, and behavioral health professionals represent the patient's first experience with quality, compassionate health care.

POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direct supervision of a dentist, performs technical and advisory services in oral or dental hygiene involving oral prophylaxis. Under the supervision of a dentist, may perform educational and organizational work in promoting oral hygiene.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Sets up clinic as assigned by supervisor.

Scaling and cleaning of teeth as prescribed by dentist.

Assists Dentist in administering fluoride treatments.

Assists Dentist in completing dental x-rays.

Accurately records services in the medical record of the patient and classify dental conditions utilizing APHA standards.

Screens for dental emergencies and sick call.

Checks and maintain instruments, equipment and supplies including ordering replacements and submitting work orders.

Completes oral prophylactic care including set up of instruments, equipment and supplies.

Ensures proper cleanup, packaging and sterilizing of instruments.

Maintains a clean and orderly working environment.

Instructs dental assistant in proper techniques and other training as directed.

Develop oral hygiene education program for residents.

Participate in in-service education.

Curettage and polishing of teeth.

Instructs patients about oral hygiene and proper care of teeth.

Maintains cleanliness and sterile conditions of dental unit.

Assists dentist at clinic sessions.

Ensures continuity of care.

Makes appropriate entries on patient's dental chart.

Supplies data for clinic reports.

Recognizes the symptoms of shock and fainting and provides necessary aid as directed or required.

Responsible for dental office security to include instrument counts. Maintains constant alertness to conditions that might endanger the security of the institution, personnel and residents.

Maintains the confidentiality of inmate records.

Approaches change in a positive manner.

Makes suggestions for improving work conditions to the Medical Director and Health Care Unit Administrator.

Accepts constructive criticism in stressful situations.

Upon receiving the necessary training and/or instruction, perform other duties as required or assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
The following requirements list the minimum to qualify. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.

TRAVEL: None

LICENSING: Current Illinois license as a Dental Hygienist.

CERTIFICATION: Current CPR Certification-Accepted:

• American Red Cross
• American Heart Association
• American Safety and Health Institute

EXPERIENCE: Experience working in a dental setting or correctional setting preferred.

EDUCATION: Appropriate education needed to obtain license.

ESTIMATED PAY RANGE: $34-$45

EOE/M/F/D/V

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