Dental Hygienist, Penn Dental Family Practice

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Dental Hygienist to join a dynamic team at a prestigious dental practice. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse group of professionals, providing high-quality patient care and enhancing your skills in a supportive environment. You'll be responsible for performing thorough dental cleanings, conducting assessments, and educating patients on preventive care. With a commitment to excellence, this position allows you to make a meaningful impact on patient health while enjoying a range of competitive benefits and professional development opportunities. If you are passionate about dental care and ready to contribute to a collaborative team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Generous Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Wellness Programs

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Resources

Discounts and Special Services

Long-Term Care Insurance

Adoption Assistance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in dental hygiene or equivalent education.
• CPR certification and PA employment clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional patient experiences as part of a collaborative team.
• Perform dental assessments and educate patients on oral hygiene.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Clinical Practice Leadership

Oral Hygiene Education

Education

Associate's Degree

CPR Certification

Tools

Axium

MiPacs

Job description

Dental Hygienist, Penn Dental Family Practice

University Overview
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer, Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title

Dental Hygienist, Penn Dental Family Practice

Job Profile Title

Dental Hygienist

Job Description Summary

Penn Dental Medicine's Family Practice (PDFP) is interested in hiring the best and the brightest dental hygienists - who are looking to broaden their skill sets and gain valuable experience in the art and science of the dental field. Together, the team works collaboratively to provide multi-specialty care utilizing leading techniques in patient care.

As a member of the PDFP family, individuals are provided the opportunity to work alongside a diverse team whose mission is to provide quality dental care which exceeds patient expectations. Ideal candidates must:

1. Be ready to have a voice on a highly collaborative team
2. Stay thirsty and always seek to learn and improve upon patient service and clinical practice
3. SMILE because WE make people smile!

Penn employees are provided substantial paid time off and sick leave.

Job Description

Our ideal candidate will partner and collaborate with a team of talented, engaged dental assistants and dentists in providing exceptional patient experiences. Additionally, individuals selected for this role will have experience and champion their position as a leader of the clinical practice - serving as an educator and role model to dental assistants as well as partner and bridge for dentists and patient care.

PATIENT CARE

• Ensure that operatories are well supplied with necessary supplies
• Handle sharpening, sterilization, and maintenance of all instruments and equipment
• Escort patients to and from operatories
• Help to acquaint patients with preventive care-oriented practice philosophy
• Help to maintain and manage patient recall system
• Perform thorough oral prophylaxis (cleanings) on scheduled patients which include proper use of ultrasonic cleaning devices, scaling instruments, polishing and flossing
• Conduct dental and periodontal assessments, providing oral cancer screening, charting conditions of decay and disease (via axiUm), capturing digital images (via MiPacs) and documenting interventions performed electronically by recording vital signs, clinical notes and procedures.
• Arrest dental decay by applying topical fluorides and occlusal sealants on indicated patients, recommending cavity-preventing agents as needed
• Educate and motivate patients by giving oral hygiene and plaque control instructions, presents and explains treatment plans to patients, demonstrates effective communication to bridge the gap between a pending treatment plan and a completed treatment plan, provides postoperative instructions and schedules and subsequent visits.
• Explain treatment alternatives to patients
• Review and revise patient histories and record patient's vital signs
• Chart existing restorations on new patients and notate clinical evidence of disease presence
• Record specific treatment performed on patient chart, as well as other patient information as needed.
• Provide digital x-rays and chairside assistance when available, as needed
• Help to reconfirm and appoint patients

OPERATIONS

• Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Conserve dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results; monitors inventory; maintains proper usage and operations of equipment.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• To date, clinical hours are Monday through Friday 8:00AM - 5:00PM; flexibility in scheduling is required for all positions.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing and supporting as assigned.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE & POSITION EXPECTATIONS

• An Associate's Degree or two-year college equivalent and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• CPR certification required.
• Employment clearance through the State of PA to work on/with children: as determined through Pennsylvania Criminal Background Check, Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance and FBI Finger Printing Database is required.
• Experience with Axium preferred.
• Ability to accommodate different scheduling requirements based on the operational needs of the Penn Dental Family Practice.

Salary will commensurate with experience.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

School of Dental Medicine

Pay Range

$28.48 - $41.00 Hourly Rate

Affirmative Action Statement

Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements

Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare.
• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future.
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year.
• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff long-term care insurance.
• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff.
• Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources.
• Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff.
• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work.
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home.
• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child.

To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay

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