GCHC Dental Hygienist

Genesee Health System; Burton (MI); On-site; USD 40,157 - 54,360; Full time

Job summary

Genesee Health System in Burton, MI is seeking a licensed dental hygienist for a full-time position. The role requires at least 2 years of post-secondary education in dental hygiene, Michigan licensure, and 2 years of clinical experience including prophylaxis and taking X-rays.

The ideal candidate will have strong verbal communication, keyboarding and computer skills (Microsoft Office, EMR, and database management) and willingness to work flexible hours including weekends or holidays.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years of post-secondary education from an accredited dental hygiene program.
• Licensed to practice in Michigan as a dental hygienist.
• At least 2 years’ experience as a dental hygienist providing prophylaxis, sterilization processes and taking X-rays.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including occasional weekends, holidays, or irregular hours.
• Must have a valid Michigan Driver’s License, current automobile insurance, and the use of a personal vehicle during work hours.
• Effective verbal skills to communicate with patients and co-workers.
• Keyboarding and computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite, electronic medical/health records, and database management.

Responsibilities

• Provide prophylaxis to patients.
• Perform sterilization processes and equipment handling.
• Take dental X-rays.
• Maintain electronic medical records and data management.
• Communicate effectively with patients and staff.

Skills

Verbal communication

Keyboarding

Computer skills

EMR

Education

Dental hygiene education (2+ years post-secondary)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electronic Medical Records

Data/Database management

Job description

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AFSCME - FT Burton, MI, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1803

Salary Range: $29.15 To $39.46 Hourly

Educational Requirements

Must have at least 2 years of post-secondary education from an accredited dental hygiene program.

License Requirements

Licensed to practice in Michigan as a dental hygienist and meet other applicable state requirements.

Experience

At least 2 years’ experience as a dental hygienist providing prophylaxis, sterilization processes and taking X-rays.

Additional Requirements

Must be willing to work flexible hours including occasional weekends, holidays, or irregular hours.

Must have a valid Michigan Driver’s License, current automobile insurance, and the use of a personal vehicle during work hours. Employee must maintain valid licensure to retain employment.

Effective verbal skills to communicate with patients and co-workers.

Keyboarding and computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite, electronic medical/health records, and database management.

Essential Physical Demands

• Vision – Position requires the ability to visually assess details at both near and far distances, as well as to perceive depth and spatial relationships with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Hearing – Position requires the ability to receive and respond to verbal communication with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Lifting, Standing, and Walking With or Without Reasonable Accommodations:
  • Position requires the ability to lift up to 35lbs on an occasional basis
  • Position requires the ability to regularly stand for extended periods of time
  • Position requires the ability to walk at a minimum of 35% up to a maximum of 65%
  • Position must be able to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity, including the use of hands and fingers for handling, grasping, typing, writing, or operating equipment with or without reasonable accommodation.

Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (May vary depending on demand)