Dental Hygienist (Notional Opportunity)

Acuaity International; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in health care solutions is seeking a Dental Hygienist to join their team. The successful candidate will perform essential duties in patient care, educate patients on oral hygiene, and ensure compliance with health standards. This position requires a valid dental hygiene license and offers opportunities for professional development, with travel likely across different regions.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an accredited dental hygiene program.
• Current unrestricted state license required.
• Must hold CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Remove tartar, stains, and plaque from teeth.
• Teach patients proper oral hygiene techniques.
• Develop dental x-rays and maintain patient care records.

Skills

Patient Care

Oral Hygiene Education

Communication

Knowledge of Anatomy

Team Management

Education

Associate's degree or certificate in dental hygiene

Certification as radiographer

Job description

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• This position is contingent upon contract award and will be located onsite in either the southeast, southwest, or central United States. Travel will likely be required.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Remove tartar, stains, and plaque from teeth
• Apply sealants and fluorides to help protect teeth
• Take and develop dental x-rays
• Keep track of patient care and treatment plans
• Teach patients oral hygiene, such as how to brush and floss correctly
• Depending on the state of employment the hygienists may place and carve filling materials, and temporary fillings, and apply periodontal dressings
• Assists with the managing of day-to-day activities and prioritizing tasks
• Operates personal computer to access e-mail, electronic calendars, and other basic office support software.
• Complies with all applicable Acuity standards and guidelines.
• Attends and participates in a variety of meetings and task force groups to improve quality and outcomes, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems and maintain specific level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, new task efforts, and new policy requirements.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

• A minimum of an associate’s degree or certificate in dental hygiene.
• Must have successfully completed an educational program that meets or exceeds the standards described in that regulation, and is accredited by an organization recognized by the Department of Education, and be certified as radiographers in their field.
• To be creditable, the experience must have required the use of knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics (also referred to as “core competencies”) associated with current professional dental hygiene practice. Evidence of such experience includes experience in private practice, or local / state / federal health care facilities.
• Study anatomy, physiology, nutrition, radiography, and periodontology (study of gum disease).
• Hold and maintain a current unrestricted license.
• Have and maintain current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
• Participate in training, (including HIPAA training).
• All health care providers and medical support staff must have recent clinical experience in patient care for at least 6 months out of the past year.
• Shall be proficient in the ability to speak, write, and communicate in English.
• Must be a US citizen or be a permanent resident residing in the US for 3 of the past 5 years.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Current adjudicated Department of Homeland Security clearance.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior / office work environment.
• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.

Acuity International is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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