Dental Hygienist - Journey - Elizabeth City

Dental Hygienist - Journey - Elizabeth City

This position is located in the Community Service Learning Center in Elizabeth City. This position will be under the direct supervision of a qualified dentist to perform the following: review and revise patient histories and to record patient's vital signs; help to acquaint patients with preventive oriented practice philosophy; chart existing restorations on new patients, as well as the existence of clinical, present disease; perform thorough oral prophylaxes (cleanings) on scheduled patients which include proper use of ultrasonic cleaning devises, scaling instruments, polishing and flossing; educate, motivate, and reinforce proper rationale and methods of plaque removal and control, with appropriate nutritional guidance as well; apply topical fluorides and occlusal sealants on indicated patients; make appropriate study models on indicated patients; explain treatment alternatives to patients; record specific treatment performed on patient chart, as well as other patient information as needed; expose, process, and mount necessary x-rays; aid in chair side assisting as necessary; handle sharpening, sterilizations, and maintenance of all instruments and equipment; and help to reconfirm and appoint patients. Escort patients to and from operatories; clean and disinfect operatories between patient visits; keep operatories well supplied with necessary materials; help to maintain and manage patient recall system; aid with front desk duties if necessary; and participate in all staff meetings. Consideration will be given to any appointment up to.80FTE.

Licensed to practice as a Dental Hygienist in the State of North Carolina.