Dental Hygienist Primary Care

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 79,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's hospital is looking for a Dental Hygienist to provide oral health care and education to patients. Responsibilities include performing examinations, cleanings, and preventative care, as well as administrative tasks like record-keeping. The ideal candidate is a licensed professional with strong communication skills, preferably with six months of relevant experience. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and potential bonuses.

Benefits

$2,500 Welcome Bonus

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Ohio, CPR certification required.
• Six months of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Examines patients' teeth and gums, cleans teeth, and educates patients.
• Administers local anesthesia and takes dental X-rays.
• Maintains patient records and a sterile work environment.

Skills

Robust communication skills

Strong manual dexterity

Education

Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene school

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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Overview

OHASP required.

Position works out of Eastland Primary Care location.

Job Description Summary

Provides oral health care, dental health education, and remediable intraoral procedures to patients in the hospital clinic.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Examines patients' teeth and gums to identify any oral health issues.
• Cleans teeth by removing plaque, tartar, and stains.
• Educates patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and provides advice on diet and lifestyle choices that can impact oral health.
• Administers local anesthesia and applies cavity-preventive agents such as fluoride and sealants.
• Takes and develops dental X-rays to help diagnose dental problems.
• Keeps detailed patient records and maintains a clean and sterile work environment.
  
  

Education Requirement

• Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene school, required.
• Bachelor's Degree, preferred.
  
  

Licensure Requirement

• Licensed to practice in the State of Ohio, required.
• Passed the National Boards, required.
• Passed the Northeast Regional Boards, required.
  
  

Certifications

Certified in CPR, required.

Skills

• Robust communication skills, required.
• Demonstrates ability to treat and teach healthy and medically compromised patients.
• Possesses strong manual dexterity.
  
  

Experience

Six months of relevant experience, preferred.

Physical Requirements

OCCASIONALLY: Biohazard waste, Climb stairs/ladder, Cold Temperatures, Hot Temperatures, Interpreting Data, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 61-100 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs

FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist, Chemicals/Medications, Decision Making, Flexing/extending of neck, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Loud Noises, Machinery, Problem solving, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Sitting, Squat/kneel, Standing

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Color vision, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Computer skills, Depth perception, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Patient Equipment, Peripheral vision, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Walking

Additional Physical Requirements Performed But Not Listed Above

• Potential for Radiation Exposure,
• Demanding environment.
• Will need to be able to multitask.
• Talking on phone/in person Constantly (67-100%)
  
  

C102 Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - Various Issuers, Clinical Decision Making and Judgement - Working Knowledge (Meets Expectations), DEN109 Licensed Dental Hygienist - Ohio Licensing Center, Medical Devices and Tools - Working Knowledge (Meets Expectations), Medical Record Keeping - Working Knowledge (Meets Expectations), NCH Core Values - Basic Understanding (Meets Expectations), Oral Communications - Working Knowledge (Meets Expectations), Professional Certificate/Diploma, Sterilization and Disinfection - Working Knowledge (Meets Expectations)

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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