Dental Hygiene Program Coordinator

Join Our Team as a Dental Hygienist!

At One Health Ohio, we believe in fostering a positive work environment that prioritizes our team and our patients. Enjoy competitive benefits and a supportive workplace where your contributions truly matter!

Salary starting at $102,000. This is a full-time contracted position requiring at least a two-year agreement.

Under the guidance of the Dentist, support dental care to patients through preventative dental care and patient education while also serving at the department's academic liaison.

Benefits:

• HRSA Loan Repayment eligibility
• PTO and Paid Holidays
• Optional Medical, dental and vision plans
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Company-paid life insurance with/AD&D benefit
• Company-paid long-term disability plan
• Optional life insurance and short-term disability plan
• Optional Critical Illness Plan
• Optional Accident Insurance Plan

Essential Duties / Essential Job Functions:

• Responsible for coordinating appropriate preventative treatment modalities with the assistance of the Dentist for adults and pediatric patients.
• Responsible for obtaining an accurate health history and updates at every visit.
• Responsible for charting existing periodontal conditions in the Electronic Dental Chart.
• Responsible for recording patient's BP on every visit.
• Responsible for removing calcareous deposits above and below the gingival margin of teeth.
• Responsible for providing the appropriate in-office and home fluoride regimens under the guidance of the Dentist.
• Responsible for maintaining recall system and reminder postcards.
• Responsible for applying sealants to teeth as directed by the Dentist.
• Responsible for completing dental progress notes following preventative treatment.
• Responsible for ensuring the appropriate dental instruments are available for each preventive procedure.
• Responsible for partnering with local college dental hygiene programs to strengthen reputation
• Responsible for maintaining a safe and clean working environment per OSHA guidelines and adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Responsible for assisting other departments of the organization including front desk, medical, behavioral health, and management to ensure proper workflow process.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Graduation from an accredited Dental Hygiene Program required
• Dental Hygienist license in the State of Ohio required

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Present a positive and professional attitude
• Planning and organizational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to identify problems and to propose feasible solutions
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to enter and maintain data in various company software programs.
• Knowledge of company's policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of modern office equipment, troubleshooting, practices, and procedures.
• Interpersonal/human relations skills
• Proficient telephone skills
• Time Management
• Attention to detail

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time
• Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction
• Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard
• Communication skills using the spoken word
• Ability to see within normal parameters and hear within normal range
• Ability to move about

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Employee is able to work at any OHO locations deemed necessary by OHO.

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