Dental Hygienist (Hourly/Temporary)

Under general, indirect or direct supervision where applicable of a Dentist in a practice setting, the Dental Therapist provides preventative, restorative and other educational, clinical and therapeutic patient services as part of the dental care team. Provides care as well as assesses the patient's risk of dental disease. Utilizes established dental hygiene protocols and procedures. Follows and supports the CARE model for patient experience.

Assesses dental conditions and risk, uses patient screening procedures, to include medical history review, dental charting, and Perio charting; Follow all state dental practice acts to deliver direct care to patients as assigned and using established dental hygienist procedures; performs routine treatment procedures, such as cleaning, polishing, x-rays, application of sealants, fluorides and varnishes, and related procedures.

Develops and implements individualized dental care plans for patients; performs patient education and risk protocols, discharge planning, and patient/family teaching under the direction of a dentist.

Provides chair-side assistance to dentist in the performance of special tests, procedures, and complex treatments.

Documents dental history of chief complaint; records and reports pertinent observations and patient reactions to dental team, as appropriate ; documents lab procedures and ensures follow up on result.

Assists with or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse which may occur during treatment.

prepares reports and assists as required with patient reception, telephone calls, and other office duties.

Assumes responsibility for the upkeep of the dental operatory and equipment; promptly notifying practice manager of any problems which may affect their ability to deliver safe and timely dental care.

Performs routine cleaning and maintenance of dental equipment in assigned operatories and for the assigned equipment. Regularly and thoroughly performs maintenance of assigned equipment consistent with the upkeep of the other treatment rooms.

Ensures use of downtime to include cleaning and stocking operatories as well as helping the rest of clinical team as needed.

Attends and participates in team meetings and required training programs.

Current licensure as a Dental Therapist in state of practice.

Obtain a collaborative agreement to perform dental therapy under the supervision of a dentist that outlines the supervision logistics and requirements for the dental therapist's practice.

Knowledge of practice management software a plus .

$15,000 Sign-On Bonus Available!

Compensation Range 70-80 hourly Benefits Available Benefits Available:

• Paid Time Off and 9 Paid Holidays
• Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program Bonuses
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Health Reimbursement and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Career Growth Opportunities