Dental Hygienist, North Lancaster Dental Office (40hrs, Days)

Kaiser Permanente; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Registered Dental Hygienist, where you'll play a vital role in directing oral hygiene care and educating members on achieving optimal oral health. In this dynamic role, you will provide comprehensive patient care, maintain high standards of safety and hygiene, and support a positive work environment. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on patient well-being while working in a collaborative team setting. If you are passionate about dental health and eager to contribute to a community-focused organization, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program with an associate's degree.
• Dental Hygienist License required for Oregon.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient oral hygiene care and education.
• Maintain a compliant clinical work area and document patient data.

Skills

Oral Hygiene Care

Patient Education

Data Collection

Infection Control

Education

Associate's Degree in Dental Hygiene

Tools

X-ray Equipment

Ultrasonic Scalers

Handpieces

Job description

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.

Essential Responsibilities:

+ 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

+ Dental Hygienist License (Oregon)

+ 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:

+ 4/10, Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, variable Sat.

+ Does not work Weds.

COMPANY: KAISER

TITLE: Dental Hygienist, North Lancaster Dental Office (40hrs, Days)

LOCATION: Salem, Oregon

REQNUMBER: 1346536

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.