Per Diem Mobile Health Dental Hygienist

Per Diem Mobile Health Dental Hygienist

Here at Community Health Service, Inc (CHSI), our mission is to provide high quality health care to the overlooked and underserved. Sound rewarding? You bet it is! If you are looking for more than just a "job" and want to invest your time making an impact on the lives of others, this is your chance to join our CHSI team!

CHSI is a private, non-profit organization established in 1973 to serve the health needs of migrant & seasonal farm workers and their family members. Today, CHSI has expanded its services and provides mental & physical healthcare to all individuals in our communities. Our services are provided on a more affordable sliding fee scale to those who are underinsured or uninsured. We also accept ND and MN Medicaid, Medicare, and most private insurance plans. We currently operate four nurse-managed clinics, and two victim advocacy program centers.

We are searching for a Per diem Mobile Health Dental Hygienist to join our Willmar, MN team. This is a per diem position with a flexible schedule based on mobile health operations and community need. Work is performed exclusively in mobile unit and community-based settings. Hours may include daytime mobile clinic coverage, outreach activities, and occasional evening, after-hours, and weekend events as needed.

Duties:

• Participates in mobile health missions and community-based outreach activities on an as-needed basis to support the communities served by Community Health Service Inc..
• Provides high-quality patient care and exceptional customer service while delivering dental hygiene services in mobile and community-based settings.
• Take radiographs of patients using standard dental radiographic equipment
• Support efficient patient flow during mobile clinic operations while remaining flexible to accommodate community outreach schedules and patient needs.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, health, disease as well as procedures and services; establish/communicate continued care.
• Applying preventive materials to the teeth such as fluorides and sealants
• Verify patient health history and document appropriately in patient's chart.
• Maintain patient confidentiality through HIPAA compliance
• Perform the following duties as applicable by practice and/or state laws:
  • Screen for Oral Cancer
  • Take and record patients' blood pressure accurately
  • Take alginate impressions and fabricate whitening trays
  • Maintain accurate and legible notes in patients' charts
• Assist with other office duties as requested or needed

In addition to being a wonderful team member, we are seeking an individual with the below qualifications:

Physical Abilities

• In an eight hour workday, the employee must be able to: bend and crouch occasionally, sit continuously and stand or walk frequently.
• Employee must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Employee must be able to use hands/arms, feet/legs for repetitive fine to large motor skill movements

Qualifications:

• Valid Dental Hygienist License and Minimum of an associate degree in Dental Hygiene

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, and Infection Control training as required by law
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Versed in Eagle Soft is highly preferred
• Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of all company policies and rules

CHSI is an EEO/Affirmative Action/Veteran friendly employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

CHSI facilities are deemed under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA).