Dental Hygienist - Mobile Dental RV

Shelby American, Inc.; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health organization as a Dental Hygienist, where you will play a vital role in delivering quality dental care to the community. This exciting opportunity involves working in a mobile dental unit, providing direct patient care, and educating patients on essential oral hygiene practices. You will be part of a dedicated team that values patient-centered care and strives to improve dental health in the region. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the necessary experience, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Must have a current North Carolina Dental Hygiene License.
• 5+ years of relevant experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and assess dental conditions.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and conduct dental health clinics.

Skills

Patient Care

Oral Hygiene Education

Dental Charting

Emergency Response

Education

Dental Hygiene License

Public Health Certificate

Tools

Radiograph Equipment

Dental Tools and Instruments

Job description

Description

Appalachian Mountain Health (AMH) is expanding and excited to announce we are recruiting a new mobile dental team for our brand-new 38-feet RV! If you are a Dental Hygienist seeking a rewarding and challenging opportunity and have relevant experience, we'd love to hear from you!

Background Check and Drug Screen Required.

Appalachian Mountain Health offers accessible, patient-centered care at our six locations throughout Western North Carolina. Our mission is to deliver timely, comprehensive, and quality health services with dignity and respect to WNC residents, regardless of a person’s ability to pay. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we build on a 50-year history of growth and sustainability. Our Dental Hygienists will play an integral role in providing dental care to our patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care as a Dental Hygienist and dental services as trained, licensed, and assigned. Assess dental condition and needs of patient using approved patient screening procedures, including medical history review, dental charting, and periodontal charting.
• Evaluate overall oral health, examining oral cavity for signs of periodontal disease or possible cancers, including recessed & bleeding gums, and oral lesions.
• Expose, process and mount radiograph films.
• Document dental history or chief complaint; record and report pertinent observations and patient reactions to dentists, as appropriate.
• Document lab procedures and ensure follow-up on results.
• Follow through with oral hygiene procedures with Dental Hygienist knowledge in accordance with treatment plans prescribed by the attending dentist. Procedures may include: Prophylaxis, periodontal scaling, root planning, debridement, supra and subgingival scaling and curettage, application of fluoride treatments, and application of protective sealants.
• Assist with or initiate emergency measures for sudden adverse developments during treatment of patients.
• Conduct dental health clinics for community groups to augment services of dentists.
• Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment.
• Educate patients in oral hygiene and dental care, including proper tooth brushing, flossing, nutrition, and need for professional care.
• Demonstrate commitment to the mission of the organization in promoting dental health.
• Interact positively with a diverse, sometimes difficult, and demanding patient population. Provide service in a manner that is appropriate for the patient’s age; demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to meet the patient’s physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety needs.
• Read, write, and maintain patient records and related administrative documentation.
• Utilize the requisite tools, systems, technology, and equipment in the collection of patient data, records management, and collections.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of dentistry procedures, clinic infection control procedures, cleaning and sterilization of instruments, tray setup, and materials.
• Demonstrate knowledge of established oral hygiene concepts and periodontal therapies.

Requirements

• Current North Carolina Dental Hygiene License
• Required: 5+ years experience.
• Preferred: Public Health Certificate