Dental Hygienist (Per-Diem)

Columbia Valley Community Health; Chelan (WA); Hybrid; USD 119,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Plan

Sick leave accrual

Job summary

Columbia Valley Community Health Center is seeking a Dental Hygienist to manage periodontal care for patients under the direction of staff dentists. You will perform hygiene procedures, radiographs, and patient education in a community health setting.

The role requires graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program with WA licensure and BLS, plus preferred experience and bilingual abilities in English/Spanish. Join CVCH to support accessible oral health services for diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited dental hygiene program and valid state license.
• Board-certified dental hygienist with current WA licensure and BLS.
• One+ year experience preferred, especially in community/public health.
• English and Spanish language skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess periodontal health and document findings in patient records.
• Expose and develop radiographs and provide treatment for oral diseases.
• Perform scaling, root planing, polishing and fluoride applications as directed.
• Assist with anesthesia delivery under dentist supervision.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and disease management.
• Maintain clean treatment rooms and accurate hygiene tracking.

Skills

English fluency

Spanish fluency

Education

Dental hygiene degree

Board-certified dental hygienist

Job description

Description

$57.22 - $63.88/hour (Based on experience per our Dental Compensation Plan)

Job Summary

The Dental Hygienist will be able to perform all dental related care and procedures allowable under WAC regulations and guidelines. The primary job function is to be responsible for managing dental hygiene and treatment of periodontal disease of patients under direction of staff dentists.

Essential Functions

These functions are fundamental to the role and must be performed with or without a reasonable accommodation.

1.Responsible for assessing and obtaining clinical evidence of patient's level of periodontal health, including all relevant and required chart documentation.

2.Responsible for exposure and developing appropriate diagnostic radiographs.

3.Provides appropriate treatment of existing oral diseases as diagnosed by the dentist.

4.Provides treatment of acute and chronic periodontal, gingival, and oral conditions, in conjunction with dentist.

a.Treatments are to include mechanical and ultrasonic instrumentation (scaling and root-planning removal of calculus), supra/sub-gingival removal of plaque/calculus/biofilm and coronal polishing.

b.Application of fluorides and other medicaments as necessary.

c.Restoration of cavities prepared by the dentist.

d.Take all types of prescribed radiographs.

e.Provide oral hygiene, homecare, and post-operative instruction to the patient and/or caregiver.

f.Any additional allowable procedures under WAC regulations and guidelines.

5.Assists in identification of special patient needs, such as adjunctive antibiotics, rinses, or hygiene aids in conjunction with dentist.

6.Educates patients in all aspects of oral hygiene, and consequences and treatment options for periodontal disease.

7.Provide education and limited off site care as scheduled and within the scope of the clinic and the scope of WAC guidelines.

8.Maintains dental hygiene treatment rooms in clean and orderly condition, stocked with appropriate treatment instruments and materials in conjunction with dental assistants.

9.Record treatment in daily record, chart periodontal probing, and update hygiene tracking sheets as necessary in dental records.

10.Delivers appropriate local and inhalation anesthesia for patient comfort under supervision of dentist.

11.Performs expanded function duties, ( placing and adjusting filling, temporary fillings, impressions, temporary crown cementation, facilitating teledentistry etc. as stipulated under WAC regulations/guidelines) as necessary under supervision of dentist.

General Duties and Responsibilities

1.Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisor.

2.Expected to meet attendance standards and work the hours necessary to perform the essential functions of the job.

3.Conforms to safety policies, general housekeeping practices.

4.Demonstrates sound work ethics, flexible, and shows dedication to the position and the community.

5.Demonstrates a positive attitude, is respectful, and possesses cultural awareness and sensitivity toward clients and co-workers.

6.Keeps customer service and the mission of the organization in mind when interacting with all clients, co-workers, and others.

7.Employees are expected to embrace, support and promote the core values of respect, integrity, trust, compassion and quality which align with the CVCH mission statement through their actions and interactions with all patients, staff, and others.

8.Conforms to CVCH policies and Joint Commission and HIPAA regulations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

These functions are fundamental to the role and must be performed with or without a reasonable accommodation.

1. Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisor

2. Start shift on time and meet attendance standards per the FTE assigned in HRIS system.

3. Follow safety policies and maintain a clean, safe work environment.

4. Demonstrate sound work ethics, flexibility, and cultural sensitivity

5. Uphold CVCH’s mission and core values in all interactions.

6. Comply with CVCH policies, Joint Commission standards, and HIPAA regulations.

Non-Essential Functions

1.Participate in internal committees or special projects.

2.Contribute to internal communications or newsletters.

Qualifications

1.Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited dental hygiene school. Must be a board-certified hygienist.

2.Certification/Licensure: Must possess current, valid unrestricted license to practice dental hygiene in the State of Washington. Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

3.Experience: One or more years of experience as a dental hygienist preferred, especially in a community or public health setting.

4.Language Skills:

a.English and Spanish fluency preferred

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Typical office environment

Sit, stand, walk, often

Reach occasionally

Kneel or crouch minimally

May need to lift up to 10 pounds

Visual acuity for close and distance work

Exposure to Hazards

Standard working conditions

Coverage

Effective

403(b) Retirement Plan

• 150% CVCH match up to 3% of the employee’s contribution
• 20% at 2 years, 50% at 3 years, 60% at 4 years, and 100% at 5 years.

Employees will accrue 1 hour of Sick Leave for every 40 hours worked.

Employees are eligible to take paid sick leave for sick leave purposes only after the completion of their 90 th day of employment.

Any questions regarding benefit eligibility or coverage should be directed to the Human Resources Department.

• Category I – Tasks routinely involve a potential for mucous membrane or skin contact exposure to blood, fluids or tissue. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE), when appropriate, is required

Age Specific Competency

2.Infant (30 days to less than 1 year)

3.Pediatric (1 year – 12 years)

4.Adolescent (12 years – 18 years)

5.Adult (18 years – 65 years)

6.Geriatric (65 years – Death)

Telecommuting

• Not eligible for telecommuting.

Equal Opportunity Statement

• CVCH is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity in the workplace. We are committed to providing a respectful, inclusive, and supportive environment for all employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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