Registered Dental Hygienist

Western Sierra Medical Clinic; Nevada City (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Western Sierra Medical Clinic is seeking a part-time Dental Hygienist to provide high-quality dental care under the supervision of a dentist. The role includes delivering periodontal therapy, educating patients, and maintaining accurate records in a HIPAA-compliant environment.

Ideal candidates will have an accredited dental hygiene program, current RDH license, BLS and radiation safety certification, and strong knowledge of dental practices and patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of an accredited dental hygiene program.
• Current Registered Dental Hygienist with state licensure.
• Current BLS and radiation safety certification.
• Knowledge of periodontal therapy and dental hygiene concepts.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality dental hygiene care under the general supervision of a dentist.
• Deliver periodontal therapies and related dental hygiene services.
• Assist staff with patient care, office and laboratory duties as needed.
• Maintain patient records in compliance with HIPAA and regulations.

Skills

Dental hygiene procedures

Patient care

HIPAA compliance

Periodontal therapy

Education

Accredited dental hygiene program

Tools

Dental devices & equipment

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: 75-Tyler Foote - Nevada City, CA 95959 Position Type: Part Time - Hourly Travel Percentage: Negligible Job Shift: Day

Western Sierra Medical Clinic is an engaging, enthusiastic, mission driven organization dedicated to providing high-quality primary care to all members of our community. This includes the delivery of evidence-based preventative care, chronic disease management, and addressing urgent care needs as indicated for our pediatric and adult patient population.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

The Dental Hygienist will provide quality dental care and associated services to patients under the general supervision of a dentist and using established dental hygiene procedures. The Dental Hygienist will assist other staff in a variety of patient care, office and laboratory duties as well as perform broad responsibilities for clinic and community dental health education activities.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Improve the oral health of patients through the delivery of periodontal therapies and other dental hygiene-related services.
• Enhance the efficiency of the clinic by performing expanded duties as allowable by law and as directed by the dentist.
• Ensure all patients enjoy a positive experience and are treated with the care and compassion expected.
• Ensure all patient records and related documentation are managed and maintained timely, accurately, and consistent with all HIPAA and related regulations and requirements.
• Ensure all tasks provided and associated with patient care, patient administrative processes, and related duties comply with all regulatory and accreditation standards, as well as clinic policies and procedures.
• Ensure direct patient care is delivered using established dental hygiene procedures.
• Ensure compliance and attention to all corporate policies and procedures.

The salary range for this position is $50-60 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of an accredited dental hygiene program.
• Current Registered Dental Hygienist with state licensure.
• Current BLS and radiation safety certification.
• Demonstrated knowledge in and ability to follow dental practices and procedures and knowledge of established oral hygiene concepts and periodontal therapy
• Demonstrated success and experience with direct patient services and the proper knowledge and use of dental devices and equipment