Dental Hygienist- Dental Clinic

Davita Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Dental Hygienist who provides comprehensive oral health care and education. Responsibilities include examining patients, cleaning teeth, and advising on oral hygiene. Candidates must possess necessary licensures and demonstrate strong communication and manual dexterity skills.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Ohio.
• Passed National Boards and Northeast Regional Boards.
• Certified in CPR.

Responsibilities

• Examines patients' teeth and gums.
• Cleans teeth by removing plaque and stains.
• Educates patients on oral hygiene techniques.

Skills

Communication

Manual Dexterity

Education

Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene school

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Overview:

Job Description Summary:

Provides oral health care, dental health education, and remediable intraoral procedures to patients in the hospital clinic.

Job Description:

Essential Functions:

• Examines patients' teeth and gums to identify any oral health issues.
• Cleans teeth by removing plaque, tartar, and stains.
• Educates patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and provides advice on diet and lifestyle choices that can impact oral health.
• Administers local anesthesia and applies cavity-preventive agents such as fluoride and sealants.
• Takes and develops dental X-rays to help diagnose dental problems.
• Keeps detailed patient records and maintains a clean and sterile work environment.

Education Requirement:

• Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene school, required.
• Bachelor's Degree, preferred.

Licensure Requirement:

• Licensed to practice in the State of Ohio, required.
• Passed the National Boards, required.
• Passed the Northeast Regional Boards, required.

Certifications:

Certified in CPR, required.

Skills:

• Robust communication skills, required.
• Demonstrates ability to treat and teach healthy and medically compromised patients.
• Possesses strong manual dexterity.

Experience:

Six months of relevant experience, preferred.

Physical Requirements:

OCCASIONALLY: Biohazard waste, Climb stairs/ladder, Cold Temperatures, Hot Temperatures, Interpreting Data, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 61-100 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs

FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist, Chemicals/Medications, Decision Making, Flexing/extending of neck, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Loud Noises, Machinery, Problem solving, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Sitting, Squat/kneel, Standing

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Color vision, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Computer skills, Depth perception, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Patient Equipment, Peripheral vision, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing - Far/near, Walking

Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:

• Potential for Radiation Exposure,
• Demanding environment.
• Will need to be able to multitask.
• Talking on phone/in person Constantly (67-100%)

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"