Registered Dental Hygienist

Matrix Providers is hiring a Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team of talented professionals who provide health care services to our Military Service Members and their families at the Joint Base Andrews Bolling, Andrews AFB, MD.

• Employment Status: Full Time
• Compensation: This is an hourly position, paid bi-weekly
• $57.30 per hour plus $5.42 H&W
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, with starting times typically between 0700-1600. The Government reserves the right to adjust schedules to meet mission requirements.
• Benefits: Competitive financial package with a comprehensive insurance package including health, dental, vision, and life coverage.
• Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays (Outlined in Handbook)
• 401(k) Plan

Requirements: The Registered Dental Hygienist must have and meet the following:

• Degree/Education: Candidates must possess an associate degree or bachelor’s degree in dental Hygiene. Must be a graduate of a dental hygiene program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) of the American Dental Association (ADA).
• Experience: Candidates shall have a minimum of twelve (12) months of specialized full-time clinical experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist within the preceding thirty-six (36) months following graduation.

Candidate Must be highly proficient in oral prophylaxis; preliminary periodontal examinations (including diagnostic tests and radiographs); oral health education; preparing treatment plans for plaque control; applying topical fluorides and desensitizing agents; and planning, conducting, and evaluating preventive dental health programs.

Certifications:

• Basic Life Support: The HCW shall hold and maintain a current BLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC).
• Radiography: Must possess a current certification in dental radiography
• Local Anesthesia: The RDH must possess documented proof of advanced training and certification to administer local anesthesia, in accordance with the Local Anesthesia Administration by Dental Hygienists –
• Licensure: Candidates must possess a current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a Dental Hygienist in a State, District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States. The candidate's license must be in a jurisdiction that permits the administration of local anesthesia by a dental hygienist, and the HCW must be fully compliant with all state-specific requirements for this expanded function

Job Summary:

The Contract Dental Hygienist shall perform a full range of services IAW with their specialty and function under the indirect or general supervision of a privileged Dental Treatment Facility (DTF) Dentist. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Provide comprehensive oral health and dental hygiene treatment to diverse patient groups to support DTF beneficiary dental readiness.
• Complete and/or assist with periodic or initial examinations. Formulate and document dental hygiene diagnoses and treatment plans in collaboration with DTF Dental Clinic staff.
• Examine the oral cavity, record conditions of teeth and surrounding tissues, and refer patients with abnormalities to the dentist.
• Perform adult prophylaxis, supra/sub-gingival scaling, polishing, and the application of pit/fissure sealants.
• Provide professional topical fluoride applications and desensitizing agents.
• Clean and polish removable dental appliances worn by patients.
• Provide oral health counseling, tissue indices tracking, and tobacco cessation counseling to support population health strategies.
• Provide specialized treatment to include deep scaling, root planning, and sub-gingival curettage.
• Administer topical anesthetics and/or local anesthesia by infiltration for pain control during deep tissue procedures (in accordance with state licensure/certification and DTF clinical privileges). (Note: Uncertified incumbent RDHs are restricted from performing this duty during their certification grace period).
• Insert and remove temporary fillings, crowns, and bridges.
• Assist in surgically related procedures: removing sutures, placing periodontal packs, performing gingival curettage, providing post-curettage instructions, and retracting oral tissues.
• Assist DTF Periodontists with complex patient cases as required.
• Maintain and accurately document medical/dental records in accordance with established DTF clinic procedures.
• Compile statistical data and written reports regarding participation in preventive dentistry programs.
• Actively participate in ongoing professional peer review processes and annual performance reviews, which may include chart audits and direct clinical observation by the Dental Executive Function.