Registered Dental Hygienist

NHSC-approved site (clinicians here can apply for NHSC Loan Repayment) · dental HPSA score 25 · Federally Qualified Health Center

Essential Responsibilities:

The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all associates in this classification. Listed are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Implements individualized hygiene and periodontal dental care plans for patients developed by the LRHC dentist. Performs patient education, and patient/family teaching under the supervision of the dentists.

• Assesses dental condition and needs of the patient, uses dental screening procedures, to include medical history review, dental charting, and perio charting; takes patients vital signs as required.

• Delivers direct patient care to patients as assigned, using established dental hygienist procedures; performs routine treatment procedures, such as cleaning, polishing, x-rays, application of sealants and fluorides, and related procedures.

• Treats all patients using standard precautions for both patients and employee safety. Cleans, packages, and sterilizes instruments according to the LRHC Dental Program IC Policy.

• Assists with patient triage for walk-in patients.

• Assists in preparation of dental operatory, and assists as required with patient reception, telephone calls, routine triage and other office duties.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

• Current Delaware Dental Hygienist license.

• Current holds a Delaware certificate as a Radiological Technician, Dental Radiological technician or related certification.

• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly; bilingual skills preferred (English/Spanish).

• Flexibility to work irregular hours and to work with multi-cultural, diverse patient population.

Language Skills:

English. Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills a plus

Medical. Dental. Vision. Life Insurance. Short-Term Disability. 403(b).