Dental Hygienist - Health Plan

Oral Health Care Provider
The RDH is in a special position to provide our patients the most important health service: ongoing preventive oral care by cleaning, scaling and polishing teeth to prevent gum disease.
Essential Duties:
Records treatment information on the patient's chart, including treatment rendered, the type of treatment planned and the amount of chair time, doctor time and assistant time needed for next appointment
Takes radiographs as directed by the doctor
Records evaluation of periodontal conditions, occlusal relations and extent of prophylaxis on dental chart to ensure a complete diagnosis and proper treatment plan by the dentist
Provides customer service support to patients by escorting them to and from the treatment room
Administers Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen to patients as applicable
Applies non aerosol and non caustic topical agents and pit and fissure sealants
Removes excess cement from supragingival surfaces of teeth
Assists doctor during clinical exam and record findings and recommendations
Performs oral cancer exam on all patients
Scales, polishes, and applies fluoride to patient's teeth
Prepares all treatment rooms including, but not limited to, set-up, decontamination, sterilizing and sharpening all instruments, cleaning hand pieces and room, restocking supplies
Inspects patient's oral cavity and charts lesions, existing restorations and missing teeth
Evaluates gingival health and health of all oral tissue
Executes root planning and Myofunctional evaluations
Educates patients on the importance of preventative care, the disease process and the role of bacteria; provides appropriate educational literature and instruction on home care
Cleans restorations and appliances (partials, dentures, etc.)
Schedules patient's next treatment appointment or communicates with appropriate staff to ensure this is done before patient leaves the practice
Implements and monitors recall system; contacts patients who are overdue for a recall
Any other duties as assigned
Education / Experience Required:
~ High school diploma or equivalent

Special Requirements/Certifications/Licenses:
Valid X-ray certificate
Current RDH license
CPR & first aid certificate
Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• PTO and Holiday pay
• Competitive Pay