Part-Time Dental Hygienist: Patient Care & Education

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking a part-time Dental Hygienist to document patient needs, deliver direct dental care, provide patient education, and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with a licensed dentist.

The role includes participation in clinical and laboratory studies, mentoring dental students, and administrative duties such as x-ray development and scheduling.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Dental Hygiene School.
• Mississippi licensure and current CPR certification.
• Knowledge of dental procedures, terminology, and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assess dental condition and patient needs using established procedures; take vital signs.
• Deliver direct dental care: cleaning, polishing, x-rays, sealants, fluorides.
• Develop individualized care plans and educate patients with dentist consultation.
• Perform general dental administrative duties: x-ray development, scheduling, greeting patients.
• Document dental history and relay information to the dentist.
• Mentor dental students during clinical/lab studies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Dental knowledge

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Dental Hygiene degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

The University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking a part-time Dental Hygienist to document patient needs, deliver direct dental care, provide patient education, and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with a licensed dentist.

The role includes participation in clinical and laboratory studies, mentoring dental students, and administrative duties such as x-ray development and scheduling.