Dental Hygienist - Faculty Practice

Position Overview

The Dental Hygienist is a key performer in the success of the practice, driving the productivity of the faculty/dentists they support. The role serves as the first point of contact for all dental specialist referrals and ensures medical alerts are entered. The Hygienist guides patients toward the best provider for their needs.

• Perform prophylaxis/periodontal maintenance with oral hygiene instructions.
• Capture radiographic images, monitor periodontal disease and caries risk, discuss and plan treatment with faculty provider.
• Apply fluoride and educate patients on caries risk.
• Maintain operatory in accordance with federal and state regulatory agencies and follow MUSoD Central Sterilization protocol.
• Maintain patient records using MUSoD’s clinic management system, with special attention paid to updating medical information and vitals.
• Monitor schedules and verify provider coverage for exams and consults, assist in provider treatment planning.
• Identify and schedule periodic oral examinations as needed for recall patients.
• Guide patients toward a general/specialist provider based on the individual’s dental needs.
• Secure patient records for daily appointments.
• Schedule and confirm patient appointments, exams and recall appointments as needed.

• A degree from an accredited Dental Hygiene Program and a valid License to practice from the State of Wisconsin.
• Continued education credits/hours to maintain license.
• The ability to communicate professionally with a diverse patient population.

• Resume (required)
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application (optional)

It is the policy of Marquette University to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification.