Dental Hygienist - Colorado Springs Location

Visiting Ancillary Services; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Visiting Ancillary Services is seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist to ensure optimal patient comfort and care. Responsibilities include performing screenings, maintaining oral records, and educating residents on dental health. Join our nonprofit team dedicated to providing quality outreach programs to various facilities.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Professional development assistance

Mileage Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Valid Colorado Dental Hygienist License required.
• Proven experience in the field is mandatory.
• Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations expected.

Responsibilities

• Ensures residents feel comfortable before examinations.
• Conducts initial mouth screenings and checks oral health history.
• Educates residents on proper teeth care practices.

Skills

Outstanding communication skills

In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations

Education

Valid Colorado Dental Hygienist License

Proven experience as Dental Hygienist

Job description

Visiting Ancillary Services was founded in April 2010, as a 501(c)3 Non- Profit Charity. We provide full-service programs to over 130+ facilities. We deliver the finest outreach programs to residents, and we believe each resident should leave us with a smile and a happy demeanor.

A benefit of working for a non-profit, other than giving back to your community, if you have federal student loan debt, you may be eligible for loan forgiveness, cancellation, and/or consolidation under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

Responsibilities:

• Ensures residents feel as comfortable as possible before their examination.
• Sterilizes dental instruments properly.
• Conducts initial mouth screenings and checks oral health history.
• Identifies conditions like gingivitis, cavities, or periodontitis.
• Cleans and helps protect residents' teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride).
• Educates residents of all ages on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques).
• Give instructions to residents after operations or other dental procedures.
• Assists dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer).
• Maintains documentation and charts on each resident.

Requirements:

• Valid Colorado Dental Hygienist License.
• Proven experience as Dental Hygienist.
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA).
• Outstanding communication skills.
• Travels to facilities daily.

Job Type: Full-time.

Salary: $60.00 - $65.00 per hour.

Summary of Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability(through CO FAMLI, Long-term Disability, Life Insurance.
• Vacation Time.
• Sick Time.
• Professional development assistance.
• Paid-Drive Time.
• Mileage Reimbursement.

Physical Demands:

• Long Periods of standing, moving or sitting.
• Frequent Bending.