Dental Hygienist; Part-time

Job Summary: Under the supervision of the Dentist, the Dental Hygienist provides comprehensive periodontal care.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Educates patients regarding dental procedures, home care and post-op instructions.

• Monitors and reinforces instrument sterilization and operatory disinfection and barrier control.

• Documents procedures in patient EHR. Reviews patient’s health histories.

• Provides comprehensive periodontal care to patients including scaling, root planning, prophylaxis and education.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Licensing/Training:

· High School Diploma or Equivalent.

· Satisfactory completion of accredited RDH program.

· Registered dental hygienist license and x-ray certification/license.

· Current CPR certification.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

· Ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language.

· Sensitivity to the needs and situations of a multi-cultural, low-income population and a desire to work with this population.

· Basic computer skills and familiarity with front office procedures preferred.

· Ability to solve practical problems and deal with variables.

· Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral diagram, or schedule form.

· Ability to work well with a multidisciplinary team.

· Ability to problem solve and be self-motivated with an acute attention to detail.

· One year experience in dental office or health center, preferred.

· Must comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and AVH policies.

· Must have excellent written, oral, organizational, and analytical skills.

· Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

Personal/Relationships/Behavior:

· Displays cheerful demeanor and makes positive comments when on duty.

· Refrains from participation in harmful gossip, dysfunctional group interactions, and divisive behavior.

· Displays courteous and professional behavior in all interactions with the public.

· Works cooperatively with other staff members.

· Displays flexibility in accepting, changing, or carrying out assignments.

· Adheres to dress code expectations, including fragrance-free requirements.

· Displays sensitivity in a multicultural environment.

· Maintain patient and organizational confidentiality.

Physical Demands:

· Standing/Walking:
Up to 90% of the workday consists of stand/walking on tile and cement floors while performing duties.

· Sitting:
Up to 20% of the workday may be spent sitting answering the telephone, calling out prescriptions and referrals.

· Lifting:
Lifting may include up to 25lbs. in moving equipment or assisting disabled patients. 5% of the day involves lifting requiring a full range of motion.

· Carrying:
Up to 25% of the day may include carrying objects weighting up to 10lbs., this may include carrying charts and equipment, and newborn babies for procedures.

· Pushing/Pulling:
Up to 5% of the day may require pushing or pulling equipment, drawers, carts, and exam table stirrups.

· Climbing:
No more than 1% of the time may include climbing one flight of stairs.

· Balancing:
Up to 1% of the time may be required to use a footstool in retrieving supplies.

· Stooping/Kneeling:
Up to 5% of the workday is spent stooping or kneeling to open drawers and gathering equipment.

· Bending:
Up to 25% of the workday may be spent in bending at the waist picking up charts and supplies.

· Reaching/Stretching:
Up to 3% of the time may require or stretching to retrieve equipment or medications on shelves.

· Handling:
Hand and wrist movement is required 50% of the workday in holding charts and supplies.

· Fingering:
Up to 50% of the workday involves writing in the chart, receiving and sending messages.

· Feeling:
Normal tactile feeling is required to perform all job duties, including taking pulses.

· Twisting:
Up to 5% of the day may be required in retrieving supplies or equipment.

· Talking:
Average ability and fluency in English is required in communicating with patients, staff, and outside agencies, such as pharmacies and physicians’ offices.

· Hearing:
Average ability is required in answering the telephone and performing all job duties (particularly taking blood pressures and using a stethoscope).

· Seeing:
Average ability is required to read and follow instructions and assisting patients.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

• 401(k) with matching
• Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Day, and Holiday packages
• Flexible Spending Account Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life/ADD insurance policy
• Long Term Disability Insurance