Travel Dental Hygienist

Job Description

Job Description

Pay Rate: $425 -550 per 8-hour shift

Number of Positions: 1

Specialty:  Travel Dental Hygienist

Start Date: As Soon As Credentialed

Travel: All Inclusive

EMR: Cerner

Schedule: PRN/Per Diem schedule with the flexibility to pick up shifts, as well as a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Call: N/A

Additional Details about the position

• Work together with the dentist to meet the oral health needs of the patient. Provide a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment. Handles a variety of clinical duties for dental office operations. These duties range in complexity and skill, and all aspects of the job require an exceptional level of customer service skills and a strong commitment to working well with patients, doctors, dental assistants, and other dental office team members. Job Responsibilities: -GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy equipment operation may be required. -Provide oral hygiene dental treatment and oral hygiene care and education in accordance with guidelines approved, issued, and regulated by the state in which they work. -Apply fluoride and protective sealants. Removal of calculus, stain and plaque from above and below the gum line. -Provide nutritional counseling and self-care programs to prevent disease. -Record and review patient medical histories. -Uphold office policy including HIPAA & OSHA. -Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. -Order and keep track of inventory as needed. -Other duties as assigned. Work Environment: -This job operates in a medical/clinical environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, x-rays, and phones. -This job operates in a well-lighted, sterile environment. Employees must wear gloves, masks, protective eye wear, and clothing to protect themselves and their patients from infectious disease. Physical Demands: -The employee frequently is required to talk and hear; stand and/or sit for long periods of time; walk; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. -While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to blood and blood-borne pathogens and/or physical risks, which will require OSHA training

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• One (1) year of hands-on experience as a hygienist.
• GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy equipment operation experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Some locations require GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy operational experience

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS  

• CPR
• Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -Anesthesia Certifications.
• X-Ray Cerifications

LICENSURE REQUIREMENT  

• Hold a current state-issued Dental Hygiene license. 

Benefits: (NurseStar Covers 50% of your monthly benefit cost)

• Dental Insurance 
• Health insurance 
• Paid sick time 
• Paid time off 
• Travel reimbursement 
• Vision insurance