Registered Dental Hygienist

Vista Community Clinic; Oceanside (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a passionate and dedicated dental hygienist to join their team. In this rewarding role, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on community health by providing high-quality dental care and education. You will complete assessments, develop individualized care plans, and work closely with patients to promote optimal oral health. This organization values teamwork and offers a supportive environment where your contributions are recognized and appreciated. If you are looking to grow your career in a dynamic setting while helping others, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

403(B) Plan

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as a registered dental hygienist in California.
• Knowledge of Federal and State regulations for dental services.

Responsibilities

• Complete dental hygiene assessments and develop care plans.
• Deliver direct patient care using established dental procedures.
• Educate patients on dental health and hygiene.

Skills

Dental Hygiene

Patient Education

Bilingual English/Spanish

Knowledge of Dental Procedures

Computer Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program

Current CPR certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Vista Community Clinic is a private, non-profit, multi-specialty outpatient clinic providing care in a comprehensive, high quality setting. Located in San Diego, Orange and Riverside counties, we work to advance community health and hope by providing access to premier health services. We are looking for dedicated, motivated, enthusiastic team players who want to make a difference in the community. Our competitive compensation and benefits program includes health, dental, vision, company-paid life, flexible spending accounts and a 403(B) plan, for eligible employees. VCC is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

Complete dental hygiene assessments, develop, plan and implement direct dental hygiene care plan. Take and develop radiographs; set up instruments and other equipment, sterilize instruments. Utilize established dental hygiene protocol and procedures to control oral disease and help patients achieve and maintain optimal oral health.

• Assess dental hygiene condition of patient; use patient screening procedures, to include medical history review, dental charting, and perio charting; take patient vital signs as required
• Deliver direct patient care to patients as assigned, using established dental hygienist procedures; perform routine treatment procedures, such as cleaning, scaling and root planning, polishing, x-rays, application of sealants, therapeutic and subgingival agent, fluorides and related procedures
• Develop and implement individualized dental hygiene care plans for patients; perform oral health education for patient and/or family
• Educate and counsel children and adults on dental health, plaque control, oral hygiene and nutrition
• Perform chair side assistance to dentist in the performance of special tests, procedures, and complex treatments

Qualifications

Minimum

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field
• Licensed to practice as a registered dental hygienist in California
• Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program
• Current CPR certification
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Preferred

• Satisfactory completion of board-approved courses of instruction in: soft-tissue curettage, administration of local anesthetic, and administration of nitrous oxide and oxygen

Required Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Knowledge of Federal, State and institutional regulations and guidelines for the provision of dental services in an ambulatory care setting
• Ability to independently assess the nature and extent of dental, periodontal, and associated conditions and pathology in dental outpatients
• Knowledge of patient screening, charting, and medical history procedures and documentation
• Knowledge and understanding of dental surgery and associated procedures, terminology and techniques
• Basic computer knowledge, internet use, MS office and data entry skills

Pay Range

• $53.00 - $58.00 DOE