Registered Dental Hygienist

CommWell Health; Dunn (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CommWell Health is seeking a passionate Registered Dental Hygienist to deliver exceptional dental care. This role involves providing preventive dental hygiene services, educating patients, and preparing dental materials, all while adhering to health standards. Ideal candidates will be licensed and eager to contribute to community health.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current NC Dental Hygienist License and BLS certification.
• Experience in providing patient care and educational programs.
• Ability to maintain compliance with health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provides prophylactic care, including fluoride treatments and sealants.
• Educates patients on oral hygiene both individually and in groups.
• Maintains dental records and logs as per regulations.

Skills

Oral Hygiene Education

Prophylactic Care

Radiograph Development

Patient Management

Education

Current Certified NC Dental Hygienist License

BLS Certificate

NC Driver’s License

Certification to Administer Local Anesthetics

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• Provides prophylactic care and preventive care to include topical fluoride and application of occlusal sealants.
• Exposes and develops radiographs.
• Provides oral hygiene education to patients, on an individual basis and in groups when feasible and appropriate.
• Develops education programs with the dental director.
• Precepts dental hygiene students assigned to CommWell Health or in conjunction with dental outreach programs.
• Participates in continuing education on and off site as feasible and appropriate.
• Adhere to OSHA, Infection Control/Spice Regulations
• Perform Sterilization of Dental Instruments and Dental Equipment
• Perform Autoclave cleaning/maintenance, Lab duties, eye wash station, monitor/record AED/Crash Cart, O2 Tanks, Expiration dates, Sharps containers, Refrigerator/Freezer, Glucose testing, and referral monitoring
• Maintain Radiology Log according to North Carolina Department of Radiation Protection
• Maintain monthly duties, as assigned
• Under the direction of staff dentist, if certified, may administer local anesthetic.
• Other duties include:
• Assist chair-side in delivery of dental treatment when other staff are out or when heavy patient load exist to include cleaning and readying dental operatories.
• Take alginate impressions, pours and trim study models.
• Assures hazardous chemicals are labeled and proper Material and Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)are on file.
• Assist the patient in development of the patient’s Dental Self Management goals and care plans.
• Focuses on the assessment, monitoring and proactive management of the healthcare needs of the patient population.
• Participates in case reviews during PCHH huddles:
• Daily
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Job Details

Description

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Provides prophylactic care and preventive care to include topical fluoride and application of occlusal sealants.
• Exposes and develops radiographs.
• Provides oral hygiene education to patients, on an individual basis and in groups when feasible and appropriate.
• Develops education programs with the dental director.
• Precepts dental hygiene students assigned to CommWell Health or in conjunction with dental outreach programs.
• Participates in continuing education on and off site as feasible and appropriate.
• Adhere to OSHA, Infection Control/Spice Regulations
• Perform Sterilization of Dental Instruments and Dental Equipment
• Perform Autoclave cleaning/maintenance, Lab duties, eye wash station, monitor/record AED/Crash Cart, O2 Tanks, Expiration dates, Sharps containers, Refrigerator/Freezer, Glucose testing, and referral monitoring
• Maintain Radiology Log according to North Carolina Department of Radiation Protection
• Maintain monthly duties, as assigned
• Under the direction of staff dentist, if certified, may administer local anesthetic.
• Other duties include:
• Assist chair-side in delivery of dental treatment when other staff are out or when heavy patient load exist to include cleaning and readying dental operatories.
• Take alginate impressions, pours and trim study models.
• Assures hazardous chemicals are labeled and proper Material and Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)are on file.
• Assist the patient in development of the patient’s Dental Self Management goals and care plans.
• Focuses on the assessment, monitoring and proactive management of the healthcare needs of the patient population.
• Participates in case reviews during PCHH huddles:
• Daily
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Required Skills

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES

• BLS Certificate from American Red Cross or American Heart Association
• Current Certified NC Dental Hygienist License
• Current NC Driver’s License
• Current certification by NC Dental Board to administer local anesthetics (Highly Preferred)

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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