Dental Hygienist I

Kentucky Bar Association; Dallas (TX); On-site; Full time

Job summary

The University of Louisville is looking for a Dental Hygienist I to provide essential dental hygiene services in a dynamic environment. Candidates must have an Associate degree in Dental Hygiene, be licensed, and possess strong communication and teamwork skills. Opportunities for bonuses are available depending on tenure and performance.

Benefits

Exceptional benefits package

$5,000 sign-on bonus

$5,000 retention bonus

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Dental Hygienist with 2 years of experience.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Capacity to act independently and good judgement.

Responsibilities

• Perform scaling, root planning, and polishing teeth.
• Determine vital signs and review medical history.
• Instruct patients on oral hygiene techniques.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Teamwork

Professionalism

Education

Associate degree in Dental Hygiene

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Department:

Location:
Health Sciences Center
Time Type:
Full time
Worker Type:
Regular
Job Req ID:
R106916
Minimum Requirements:
Associate degree in Dental Hygiene, licensed as a Dental Hygienist and 2 years of related experience. Grade 7 (Hourly)
Position Description:

The University of Louisville School of Dentistry is seeking to hire a Dental Hygienist I. The Dental Hygienist will provide dental hygiene services for new and periodic recall patients at the University of Louisville Dental Associates Faculty Private Practice located at 501 South Preston Street, Louisville, KY 40202-1701.

May be eligible for $5,000 sign-on/ retention bonus per ULSD policies and procedures and a $5,000 bonus upon the completion of one year of service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs scaling, root planning, and polishing patients' teeth i
• Determines vital signs, reviews medical history, performs preliminary exam, charts missing and filled teeth.
• Exposes, develops, and mounts periapical and panoramic radiographs.
• Enters patient data on chart as appropriate.
• Instructs patients in the cause, prevention, and consequences of periodontal disease.
• Instructs patients on appropriate oral hygiene techniques.
• Maintains instruments and operatory according to accepted standards.
• Manage recall appointment schedules and records.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPR certification.
• Dental Hygiene license from the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
• Initiative: Exhibits capacity to act independently. Demonstrates effort to accomplish tasks and meet organizational needs. Take independent action where appropriate and utilize sound judgement.
• Teamwork: Demonstrates understanding of team goals and works cooperatively with peer(s) to achieve those goals.
• Adaptability and flexibility: Adapts to new situations in a positive manner and responds appropriately to learning and applying new skills.
• Communication: Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.
• Listens well and responds appropriately.
• Maintains open communication. Has good rapport with patients, peers and supervisors.
• Organized: Employee demonstrates the ability to plan, prioritize and organize tasks. •
• Professionalism and Customer Service: Responsive. Inform constituents of the process at hand, is pleasant to work with and provides timely, accurate information. •
• Remain calm under pressure, in emergency situations.

Benefits - The University of Louisville has an exceptional benefits package; to learn more about our benefits please visit here

Target Compensation Maximum:
$44.77
Target Compensation Minimum:
$29.85
Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at [e-mail] or 502.852.6258.

Assistance and Accommodations

Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] or by phone [phone].