Registered Dental Hygienist

Dentistry With A Work-Life BalanceMake a difference while doing what you loveIf you're looking for a career opportunity at a competitive salary while helping kids in need, let's talk.Help A Child Smile, a school-based mobile dental practice, is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist in Tyrone, GA and surrounding areas to help provide dental care to underserved children at their school.Our innovative in school dental program offers something different than a traditional dental practice. With a workday that ends with the school day and no nights or weekends, our program is perfect for people looking for a diverse and different working environment.Dental Hygienist Qualifications:Active LicenseCPR or BLS certificationAbility to work well with both children and adultsAbility to work well on a small team and in a fast-paced environmentOrganized, detail-oriented and able to multi-taskValid driver's license, reliable transportation and willing to travelDental Hygienist Responsibilities:Assist with oral health management of all patientsVerify the identity of patient using name and date of birth prior to administering treatmentReview medical history and other pertinent oral health informationObtain oral health assessment of each patientProvide oral hygiene services including dental prophylaxis scaling, sealant application and fluoride application consistent with accepted best practices and standardsProvide dental assistance as directed by the dentistProvide oral health education and individual counseling to each patient according to known oral health care practices (e.g. tooth brushing, flossing)Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.Document provided dental services on the patient's chartDaily travel to and from school sitesBe a team player at all timesHelp A Child Smile Offers:Evenings, weekends and summers offWorking a school day schedule (about 6 – 7 hours); on average between 8:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.Benefit package (health, dental, vision)Unique work experience and flexible schedulingFull and part time positionsCompetitive daily base payState-of-the-art portable dental equipmentLatest technology & digital radiographyHelp A Child Smile is Georgia's leading at school dental program meeting the tremendous need among underserved school aged children who do not have easy access to dental care and who often suffer from poor oral hygiene, tooth decay, pain and associated health problems.Help A Child Smile is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.