Dental Hygienist - Colorado Springs Location

Dental Hygienist Position

Visiting Ancillary Services was founded in April 2010, as a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Charity. We provide full-service programs to over 130+ facilities. We deliver the finest outreach programs to residents, and we believe each resident should leave us with a smile and a happy demeanor. A benefit of working for a non-profit, other than giving back to your community, if you have federal student loan debt, you may be eligible for loan forgiveness, cancellation, and/or consolidation under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). A $1000 sign-on bonus is being offered.

Responsibilities:

• Ensures residents feel as comfortable as possible before their examination.
• Sterilizes dental instruments properly.
• Conducts initial mouth screenings and checks oral health history.
• Identifies conditions like gingivitis, cavities, or periodontitis.
• Cleans and helps protect residents' teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride).
• Educates residents of all ages on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques).
• Give instructions to residents after operations or other dental procedures.
• Assists dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer).
• Maintains documentation and charts on each resident.

Requirements:

• Valid Colorado Dental Hygienist License.
• Proven experience as Dental Hygienist.
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA).
• Outstanding communication skills.
• Travels to facilities daily.

Job Type: Full-time.

Salary: $60.00 - $65.00 per hour.

Summary of Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability (through CO FAMLI, Long-term Disability, Life Insurance.
• Vacation Time.
• Sick Time.
• Professional development assistance.
• Paid-Drive Time.
• Mileage Reimbursement.

Physical Demands:

• Long periods of standing, moving or sitting.
• Frequent bending.