Dental Hygienist, Mobile

Harris County; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein innovativer Gesundheitsdienstleister sucht einen engagierten Dentalhygieniker, der präventive zahnärztliche Behandlungen durchführt und Patienten über Mundhygiene aufklärt. Diese Rolle bietet die Möglichkeit, in einer Vielzahl von klinischen und gemeinschaftlichen Umgebungen zu arbeiten, einschließlich mobiler Zahnarztveranstaltungen. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für die Förderung der Mundgesundheit haben und Teil eines dynamischen Teams sein möchten, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie. Treten Sie einer Organisation bei, die sich für die Verbesserung der Gesundheitsversorgung in einer der am schnellsten wachsenden Regionen der USA einsetzt.

Qualifications

• 0-1 Jahr Erfahrung in einer zahnärztlichen klinischen Umgebung.
• Gültige Texas Zahnhygienelizenz erforderlich.

Responsibilities

• Durchführung von präventiven zahnärztlichen Behandlungen und Dokumentation der Behandlungen.
• Kommunikation von Behandlungsplänen und Mundhygienetechniken an Patienten.

Skills

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

MS Office Suite

Interpersonelle Fähigkeiten

Education

HS Diploma oder gleichwertig

Abschluss von einer akkreditierten Zahnhygieneschule

Tools

Elektronische Zahnarztkarte

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Position Description

Harris County Public Health has earned the 2023 Best Place for Working Parents Business Designation.

About Harris County Public Health:

Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 700 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.

Position Overview:

Under general supervision, the Dental Hygienist will provide preventive dental care, document treatments, perform radiographs, and educate patients and staff. Responsibilities include ensuring infection control, assessing gum disease, and participating in community health promotion activities.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Administers preventive dental treatments, including cleanings, scalings, and polishing of teeth.
• Documents patient treatments and related correspondence in the electronic dental chart.
• Communicates dental treatment plans and oral hygiene techniques to patients, parents, and clinical staff.
• Adheres to infection control protocols and sterilizes instruments according to policies.
• Conducts procedures to identify and document stages of gum disease.
• Engages in school-based and community events to promote oral health and performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Information:

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For accommodations, call [phone] or email [e-mail].

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and may not disqualify candidates.

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from an accredited school of dental hygiene.

Experience:

• 0 to 1 year experience in a dental clinical setting as a practicing dental hygienist.

Licensure:

• Valid Driver’s License (TX upon hire).
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
• Texas Dental Hygiene License.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work well with the public and staff.
• Use of personal mobile device for Multifactor Authentication.

Core Competencies:

• Organizational Leadership
• Collaboration
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Abilities/Personal Characteristics
• Communication

Additional Notes:

Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your application. Attach a resume if necessary, but only information on the application will be considered.

Work Details:

• Full Time | Regular
• Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with possible variations.
• Work in clinical and community-based settings, including mobile dental events.
• Physical ability required for dental hygiene procedures.
• Travel to multiple community locations within Harris County.

Additional Information:

Employment may depend on passing a drug screen and meeting standards. Positions may close early due to high application volume.