Dental Hygienist – Primary Care, Flexible Schedules

Nationwide Children's Hospital Inc; Columbus (OH); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Nationwide Children's Hospital Inc. seeks a Dental Hygienist for Primary Care Eastland. The role involves preventing and treating dental issues in a hospital clinic, with emphasis on young patients. Ohio licensure and CPR certification are required along with strong communication and manual dexterity.

Opportunities exist for part-time or full-time schedules; OHASP permit is required. Experience of at least six months is preferred, with a focus on education and patient care in a pediatric setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene school, required.
• Bachelor's Degree, preferred.
• Licensed to practice in the State of Ohio, required.
• Certified in CPR, required.
• Robust communication skills, required.
• Demonstrates ability to treat and educate healthy and medically compromised patients.
• Possesses strong manual dexterity.
• Six months of relevant experience, preferred.

Responsabilités

• Examines patients' teeth and gums to identify issues.
• Cleans teeth by removing plaque, tartar, stains.
• Educates patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and diet.
• Administers local anesthesia and applies fluoride/sealants.
• Takes and develops dental X-rays for diagnosis.
• Maintains detailed patient records and a sterile environment.

Connaissances

Robust communication

Manual dexterity

Patient education

Formation

Graduate of accredited dental hygiene school

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Ohio licensure

Description du poste

Nationwide Children's Hospital Inc. seeks a Dental Hygienist for Primary Care Eastland. The role involves preventing and treating dental issues in a hospital clinic, with emphasis on young patients. Ohio licensure and CPR certification are required along with strong communication and manual dexterity.

Opportunities exist for part-time or full-time schedules; OHASP permit is required. Experience of at least six months is preferred, with a focus on education and patient care in a pediatric setting.