Dental Hygienist, North Lancaster Clinic (30hrs, Days)

Kaiser; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Salem is seeking a dedicated Dental Hygienist for their North Lancaster Clinic. This part-time role involves providing comprehensive oral hygiene care, educating patients, and maintaining clinical standards. The ideal candidate will have an Oregon Dental Hygienist License and a commitment to teamwork. Join us in promoting optimal oral health in our community!

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program required.
• Must hold an Oregon Dental Hygienist License.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient oral hygiene care and education.
• Maintain clinical compliance and support office functions.

Skills

Patient Education

Preventive Services

Therapeutic Treatment

Education

Associates Degree in Applied Science

Tools

X-ray equipment

Ultrasonic scalers

Handpieces

Job description

Dental Hygienist, North Lancaster Clinic (30hrs, Days) at Kaiser summary :

The Dental Hygienist at North Lancaster Clinic provides comprehensive oral hygiene care, including prevention and therapeutic services, to promote optimal oral health among patients. In addition to direct patient care, the role involves educating patients about their oral health status, maintaining clinical compliance, and supporting office functions. This part-time position requires an Oregon Dental Hygienist License and a commitment to a cooperative work environment.

Job Summary :

The Registered Dental Hygienist directs oral hygiene care for KPDCP members including comprehensive prevention, maintenance, therapeutic dental treatment and / or restorative services. The RDH educates members of their oral status, motivating them to achieve and maintain optimum oral health.

• Provide direct patient oral hygiene care for program members, including comprehensive prevention, maintenance, and / or therapeutic dental treatment restorative services.
• Data collection and documentation pertaining to patients oral health in compliance with policy and procedure.
• Provide oral hygiene instruction and education.
• Maintain a work area appropriate to a clinical environment in compliance with environmental health and safety standards.
• Support other office functions during down time, ensuring a level of cooperation and positive work environment.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Basic Qualifications :

Experience

• N / A

Education

• Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program with a minimum of an associates degree in applied science.

License, Certification, Registration

• National Provider Identifier
• Basic Life Support

Additional Requirements :

• Please note : WA Initial and Renewable Limited License are not acceptable.
• Please note : Local anesthesia endorsement is for Oregon Dental Hygiene license only, this endorsement is included in the Washington State Dental Hygiene license
• X-ray equipment - Daily.
• Ultrasonic scalers - Daily for deposit removal.
• Handpieces - Daily for polishing teeth and fillings.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Nitrous oxide permit
• Basic knowledge of sterilization and infection control equipment
• Basic computer skills
• Restorative function endorsement (Oregon Dental Hygiene license only - this endorsement is included in the Washington State Dental Hygiene license)

Notes :

• 3 / 30, 30 hours : Must have availability Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and rotational Saturday
• Days-Times vary.

PrimaryLocation : Oregon,Salem,North Lancaster Dental Offices

HoursPerWeek : 30

Shift : Day

Workdays : Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

WorkingHoursStart : 06 : 30 AM

WorkingHoursEnd : 06 : 30 PM

Job Schedule : Part-time

Job Type : Standard

Employee Status : Regular

Employee Group / Union Affiliation : W03|AFT|Local 5017

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Job Category : Dental Support

Travel : Yes, 100 % of the Time

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

Keywords :

Dental Hygienist, Oral Care, Dental Hygiene, Patient Education, Preventive Services, Therapeutic Treatment, Oregon Dental License, Oral Health, Clinical Compliance, Restorative Services