Dental Hygienist II

St Claire; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

UK St. Claire in Frenchburg, KY, is seeking a Dental Hygienist II for an on-site, full-time role. The position involves assessing patient needs, planning personalized dental care, delivering services, and educating patients on oral health.

Active dental hygiene licensure and 2–5 years of clinical experience are required; BLS certification is preferred. The work involves regulatory compliance, documentation, and teamwork with dentists to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with vocational/technical training in a related area.
• Dental Hygienist license required.
• 2–5 years of experience in a healthcare/clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assessing patient needs and planning individualized dental care.
• Delivers direct dental services and educates patients on oral health.
• Maintains accurate documentation and supports a safe, patient-centered environment.

Skills

Dental Hygiene

Patient Education

Clinical Documentation

Education

High school diploma

Vocational/Technical training

Job description

## Dental Hygienist IIApply: On-site only, not eligible for remote work: Family Medicine - Frenchburg: Full time: Posted Today: R-000004702At UK St. Claire, our staff is our greatest asset in the mission to create a healthier and more prosperous population. We strive to foster the talent and potential of our employees and prioritize safe working conditions and equal compensation rates to ensure that continual growth is possible. UKSC is a nurturing workplace for all healthcare professionals. We invite you to explore our current job openings and see if our opportunities could be the right fit for you.**Job Description**:## Job SummaryResponsible for assessing patient needs and planning individualized dental care. Delivers direct dental services and educates patients on oral health. Ensures compliance with regulatory standards and collaborates with dentists to optimize patient outcomes. Maintains accurate documentation and supports a safe, patient-centered environment. ## Essential Functions• Stays current and complies with regulatory and accreditation requirements.• Provides effective patient education to promote oral hygiene for research study participants.• Takes initiative to learn and understand clinical research protocols.• Manages all research data related to dental research programs.• Performs other duties as assigned. ## Education RequirementHigh school diploma or equivalent and vocational/technical training in a designated technical area ## Experience Requirement2-5 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.All experience must be paid and in the same related field.Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted. ## Certifications & LicensuresDental Hygienist license, Basic Life Support (BLS) ## Working ConditionsA. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. NeverC. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)G. Repetitive motion: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. NeverI. Working in confined spaces: 1. NeverJ. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)K. Job-related travel: 1. NeverL. Loud noises: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)M. Temperature extremes: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)O. Radiation: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)P. Burns: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)Q. Cuts/Punctures: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. NeverT. Combative/violent people: 1. NeverU. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. NeverV. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A ## Physical DemandsThis position requires regular standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds; occasional sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and performing tasks with regular repetitive motions. Also involves occasional risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; intermittent exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, and bloodborne or airborne pathogens. ## Additional Job DescriptionsN/A**Department**:Dental**Shift**:Day (United States of America)**Time Type:**Full time**Address**:732 Hwy 36**City, State**:Frenchburg, Kentucky