DENTAL HYGIENIST (FHC) - Full-time and PRN positions

Dental Hygienist

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE WORK Under close supervision, performs patient-related dental work. Responsible for providing dental services in the areas of diagnostics, prevention, education, and periodontics at Family Health Centers (FHC).

EXAMPLES OF THE WORK (These statements are intended to be illustrations of the work of this class.) Cleans patients' teeth. Charts patients' conditions for diagnosis and treatment by the dentist. Takes, develops, and mounts x-rays. Applies medicaments to the teeth and oral tissue, removes sutures, and places sealants on affected area, as directed by the dentist. Sterilizes instruments by appropriate techniques. Performs routine maintenance on dental equipment. Reviews patient health history for completeness and accuracy and records treatment provided. Provides oral hygiene instructions and uses appropriate techniques to motivate patient to improve and maintain oral health. Provides dietary counseling and develops individualized oral hygiene program for patient's home care. Participates, as necessary, in meetings, seminars and initiatives. Adheres to standard precautions. Performs related work as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Graduation from an accredited two-year dental hygiene program. Must obtain CPR certification by the end of the probationary period and maintain certification throughout employment with FHC.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Responds to patient and FHC needs via telephone, internet, fax, computer software and in person. Spends extended periods of time sitting, standing, walking, climbing, stooping, bending, and reaching. Identifies medical/dental record documentation, requests, and/or releases. Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE), as mandated by OSHA and/or FHC.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS License to practice dental hygiene in the State of Kentucky. Must be available to work a varied schedule, including evenings and/or Saturdays, as needed. Must provide own transportation to work at other FHC locations as needed.