Dental Hygienist - Journey

East Carolina University; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 46,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Dental Hygienist to join their team in Elizabeth City. This role involves providing exceptional dental care and education to patients, ensuring their oral health is prioritized. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing cleanings, charting, and assisting in various dental procedures under the supervision of a dentist. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the community while working in a supportive environment that values professional growth and development. If you are passionate about dental hygiene and patient care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Critical Illness Insurance

Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice as a Dental Hygienist in North Carolina.
• CPR and Radiology certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough oral prophylaxes and educate patients on dental care.
• Assist in chair-side duties and maintain cleanliness of operatories.

Skills

Dental Hygiene

Patient Education

Oral Prophylaxis

Charting

X-ray Processing

Education

Licensed Dental Hygienist

Tools

Ultrasonic Cleaning Devices

Scaling Instruments

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Licensed to practice as a Dental Hygienist in the State of North Carolina.

Licensed to practice as a Dental Hygienist in the State of North Carolina.

CPR certificate and Radiology certified

Licensed to practice as a Dental Hygienist in the State of North Carolina.

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Job Title	Dental Hygienist - Journey
Position Number	001712
Vacancy Open to	All Candidates
Time-Limited	No
Department Homepage	http://www.ecu.edu/dental
Advertising Department	DENTAL MEDICINE, SCHOOL OF
Division	Academic Affairs
Classification Title	14202 Dental Hygienist
Competency Level	2 - Journey
Working Title	Dental Hygienist - Journey - Elizabeth City
Number of Vacancies	1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE)	1.0
Full Time or Part Time	Full Time
Recruitment Range	$46,410 - $77,653
Anticipated Hiring Range	$46,410 - $58,247
Salary Grade Equivalency	GN10
Work Schedule	M-F
Work Hours	8-5
Position Location (City)	Elizabeth City
Job Category	Staff - Medical
Organizational Unit Overview	The School of Dental Medicine is composed of ten administrative offices and four academic departments. The Administrative units include the Offices of the Dean, Vice Dean, Associate Dean for Student Affairs, Associate Dean for Research, Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs, Associate Dean for Extramural Clinical Practices, Assistant Dean for Dental Education and Informatics, Assistant Dean for Educational Support and Faculty Development, Assistant Dean for Academic Success and the Assistant Dean for Business Operations and Financial Affairs. The four academic departments are Surgical Sciences, Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, General Dentistry and Foundational Sciences. Included in the mission of the School of Dental Medicine is to educate dental care providers (both dental students and dental residents) and to address the oral health care needs of the underserved population of North Carolina. The School of Dental Medicine meets these missions by operating dental clinics that provide both educational experiences for the dental students and residents and provides dental care to the residents of North Carolina. These clinics occur in both Ross Hall in Greenville, North Carolina, as well as Community Service-Learning Centers located throughout North Carolina. In order to operate these clinics, appropriate dental auxiliaries and clinical staff are needed.
Job Duties	This position is located in the Community Service Learning Center in Elizabeth City. This position will be under the direct supervision of a qualified dentist to perform the following: 1) Review and revise patient histories and to record patient's vital signs; 2) Help to acquaint patients with preventive oriented practice philosophy; 3) Chart existing restorations on new patients, as well as the existence of clinical, present disease; 4) Perform thorough oral prophylaxes (cleanings) on scheduled patients which include proper use of ultrasonic cleaning devises, scaling instruments, polishing and flossing; 5) Educate, motivate, and reinforce proper rationale and methods of plaque removal and control, with appropriate nutritional guidance as well; 6) Apply topical fluorides and occlusal sealants on indicated patients; 7) Make appropriate study models on indicated patients; 8) Explain treatment alternatives to patients; 9) Record specific treatment performed on patient chart, as well as other patient information as needed; 10) Expose, process, and mount necessary x-rays; 11) Aid in chair side assisting as necessary; 12) Handle sharpening, sterilizations, and maintenance of all instruments and equipment; and 13) Help to reconfirm and appoint patients. Escort patients to and from operatories; Clean and disinfect operatories between patient visits; keep operatories well supplied with necessary materials; help to maintain and manage patient recall system; aid with front desk duties if necessary; and participate in all staff meetings. Consideration will be given to an appointment at .80 FTE or 1.00 FTE. If the selected candidate is hired at .80 FTE, the salary and benefits offered will be reduced to reflect a part-time appointment. DENTAL MEDICINE SUPPORT POSITION - NOT SUBJECT TO STATE HUMANRESOURCES ACT. Employment in this position provides eligibility to participate in the UNC Optional Retirement Program (ORP) which offers matching employer contributions and employee control of investment choices, along with eligibility to participate in various Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plans (401k, 403b. 457). This position is not eligible to participate in the NC Teachers' and State Employees' Retirement System (TSERS). Additionally, this position offers multiple voluntary options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance as well as various supplemental plans including Critical Illness, Flexible Spending Accounts, Cancer, and Disability.
Minimum Education/Experience
License or Certification required by statute or regulation
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
License or Certification required by the Department
Special Instructions to Applicant	Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section. If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment). Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Job Open Date	09/19/2024
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed.
Open Until Filled	Yes
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting	https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/74546
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