Travel Dental Hygienist

Travel Dental Hygienist

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 MondayFriday 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.

Job summary:

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.

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

Certification requirements:

• CPR
• X-ray training or certification.

Licensure requirement:

• Hold a current state-issued Dental Hygiene license.

Benefits:

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

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