Dental Hygienist, Beaverton Clinic (Days, 20hrs)

Kaiser Permanente; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist to provide exceptional oral hygiene care and education to members. This role involves direct patient interaction, comprehensive treatment, and maintaining compliance with health standards. The ideal candidate will have a passion for promoting oral health and will thrive in a collaborative clinical environment. If you're dedicated to improving patient outcomes and enjoy working in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program required.
• Dental Hygienist License in Oregon is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient oral hygiene care and education.
• Document patients' oral health data in compliance with policies.
• Maintain a clinical work area and support office functions.

Skills

Oral Hygiene Care

Patient Education

Data Collection

Infection Control

Education

Associate Degree in Applied Science

Tools

X-ray Equipment

Ultrasonic Scalers

Handpieces

Job description

Job Summary:

The Registered Dental Hygienist directs oral hygiene care for KPDCP members including comprehensive prevention, maintenance, therapeutic dental treatment and/or restorative services. The RDH educates members of their oral status, motivating them to achieve and maintain optimum oral health.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient oral hygiene care for program members, including comprehensive prevention, maintenance, and/or therapeutic dental treatment restorative services.
• Data collection and documentation pertaining to patients' oral health in compliance with policy and procedure.
• Provide oral hygiene instruction and education.
• Maintain a work area appropriate to a clinical environment in compliance with environmental health and safety standards.
• Support other office functions during down time, ensuring a level of cooperation and positive work environment.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

• N/A

Education

• Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program with a minimum of an associates degree in applied science.

License, Certification, Registration

• Dental Hygienist License (Oregon)
• National Provider Identifier
• Basic Life Support

Additional Requirements:

• Please note: WA Initial and Renewable Limited License are not acceptable.
• Please note: Local anesthesia endorsement is for Oregon Dental Hygiene license only; this endorsement is included in the Washington State Dental Hygiene license.
• X-ray equipment - Daily.
• Ultrasonic scalers - Daily for deposit removal.
• Handpieces - Daily for polishing teeth and fillings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Nitrous oxide permit
• Basic knowledge of sterilization and infection control equipment
• Basic computer skills
• Restorative function endorsement (Oregon Dental Hygiene license only - this endorsement is included in the Washington State Dental Hygiene license).

Notes:

• Available three weekdays & variable Saturdays.
• Travel to Tanasbourne, Cedar Hills, Aloha, Tigard Dental.