Dental Hygienist-Part-time

Henderson County Rural Health Center DBA Eagle View Community Health System; Oquawka (IL); Presencial; USD 39.000 - 58.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The EagleView Community Health System is seeking a dedicated Dental Hygienist to join our Federally Qualified Health Center in Monmouth, IL on a part-time basis. You will provide preventive dental care and educate patients in a community-focused setting.

Responsibilities include hygiene assessments, cleanings, fluoride treatments, infection control, and accurate record-keeping, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to serve underserved populations.

Formación

• Valid IL Dental Hygienist license.
• Experience in FQHC or community health setting preferred.
• Knowledge of dental hygiene procedures and best practices.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsabilidades

• Perform dental hygiene assessments and review patient histories.
• Provide preventive care: cleanings, scaling/root planing, fluoride treatments.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care.
• Maintain accurate patient records in compliance with FQHC standards and regulations.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Independent worker

Educación

Dental Hygienist license (IL)

Descripción del empleo

Location: Monmouth, Oquawka, Stronghurst, IL

Employment Type:Part-time

Organization:EagleView Community Health System (FQHC)

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Dental Hygienist to join our team at our Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Monmouth, IL. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality dental hygiene care to our diverse patient population, promoting oral health and disease prevention in a community-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform dental hygiene assessments, including reviewing patient medical histories and conducting oral cancer screenings.
• Provide preventive dental care such as cleanings, scaling, root planing, and fluoride treatments.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques and preventive care to maintain optimal oral health.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in compliance with FQHC standards and regulations.
• Ensure infection control protocols and safety standards are strictly followed.
• Participate in community outreach and education programs to promote oral health awareness.

Qualifications

• Valid Dental Hygienist license in the state of Illinois.
• Experience working in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) or similar community health setting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of dental hygiene procedures, techniques, and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to providing compassionate care to underserved populations.

Henderson County Rural Health Center DBA Eagle View Community Health System