Dental Hygienist, Walker Rd Clinic (20hr Day)

Health eCareers; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in dental care is seeking a passionate Registered Dental Hygienist to join their team. In this role, you will direct oral hygiene care for members, providing comprehensive prevention and therapeutic dental treatments. Your expertise will not only help educate members about their oral health but also motivate them to achieve optimal health outcomes. This position offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, supporting various office functions while ensuring the highest standards of patient care. If you are committed to making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a dynamic setting, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program with an associate's degree.
• Dental Hygienist License (Oregon) and Basic Life Support required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient oral hygiene care and education.
• Maintain a clinical work area and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Oral Hygiene Instruction

Data Collection and Documentation

Patient Care

Infection Control

Basic Computer Skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Applied Science

Tools

X-ray Equipment

Ultrasonic Scalers

Handpieces

Job description

Job Summary:

The Registered Dental Hygienist directs oral hygiene care for KPDCP members including comprehensive prevention, maintenance, therapeutic dental treatment and/or restorative services. The RDH educates members of their oral status, motivating them to achieve and maintain optimum oral health.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Provide direct patient oral hygiene care for program members, including comprehensive prevention, maintenance, and/or therapeutic dental treatment restorative services.
2. Data collection and documentation pertaining to patients' oral health in compliance with policy and procedure.
3. Provide oral hygiene instruction and education.
4. Maintain a work area appropriate to a clinical environment in compliance with environmental health and safety standards.
5. Support other office functions during down time, ensuring a level of cooperation and positive work environment.
6. Perform other duties as requested.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

1. N/A

Education

1. Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program with a minimum of an associate's degree in applied science.

License, Certification, Registration

1. Dental Hygienist License (Oregon)
2. National Provider Identifier
3. Basic Life Support

Additional Requirements:

1. Please note: WA Initial and Renewable Limited License are not acceptable.
2. Please note: Local anesthesia endorsement is for Oregon Dental Hygiene license only, this endorsement is included in the Washington State Dental Hygiene license.
3. X-ray equipment - Daily.
4. Ultrasonic scalers - Daily for deposit removal.
5. Handpieces - Daily for polishing teeth and fillings.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Nitrous oxide permit
2. Basic knowledge of sterilization and infection control equipment
3. Basic computer skills
4. Restorative function endorsement (Oregon Dental Hygiene license only - this endorsement is included in the Washington State Dental Hygiene license)

Notes:

1. Available three weekdays & rotational Sat. Days-Times vary.
2. Travel Cedar Hills, Aloha, Beaverton, Tigard, Tanasbourne dental.