PT Dental Hygienist Salem, Oregon
Job in
Salem, Marion County, Oregon, 97308, USA
Listing for:
Arrow Dental
Part Time
position
Listed on 2026-03-03
Job specializations:
-
Dental / Dentistry
Dental Hygiene, Dentistry / General Dentist, Oral Health
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 48.96 - 61.2 USD Hourly
USD
48.96
61.20
HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: PT Dental Hygienist - Arrow Dental (Salem, Oregon)
We are seeking a part-time Hygienist in our Salem Arrow Dental Clinic. This position is responsible for promoting dental health by completing dental prophylaxis; providing oral cancer screening and radiographic studies; charting conditions of decay and disease; performing procedures in compliance with the dental practice act.
Arrow Dental, a Moda Health subsidiary, primarily serves Medicaid patients. This is to help the community with the large population of Medicaid members that became Medicaid eligible due to the Affordable Care Act.
Pay Range:
$48.96 - $61.20 per hour (depending on experience). Actual pay is based on qualifications. Applicants who do not exceed the minimum qualifications will only be eligible for the low end of the pay range.
Required Skills:A Registered Dental Hygienist and active Oregon License. American Dental Hygienist Association (ADHA) membership preferred.Follows ADHA Professional Code of Ethics.Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, dental software experience helpful.BLS for Healthcare ProvidersParticipate effectively as a team player.Nitrous certification a plus.Excellent reading, oral and written communication skills.Ability to interact professionally, patiently and courteously.Good problem solving and decision-making skills.Ability to work well under pressure in a complex and rapidly changing environment.Ability to come to work on time and on a daily basis.Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, dental software experience helpful.Primary Functions:
Prepare treatment room for patient by adhering to prescribed procedures and protocolsPrepares patient for dental hygiene treatment by welcoming, soothing and seating patientProvides information to patients and employees by answering questions and requestsMaintains instrumentation for dental hygiene treatmentSelects materials and equipment for dental hygiene visit by evaluating patient's oral healthCompletes dental prophys and periodontal scaling and root planning as appropriateCompletes periodontal charting and takes radiographsApplies fluoride and other cavity-preventing agents as necessaryMaintains patient appearance and ability to masticate by cleaning and polishing removable appliancesHelps dentist manage dental and medical emergenciesEducates patients by giving oral hygiene and plaque control instructions and postoperative instructionsDocuments dental hygiene services by recording vital sign and medical and dental histories; charting in patient recordsMaintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidentialMaintains safe and clean working environment; complies with procedures, rules, and regulationsAdheres to infection-control policies and protocolsEnsures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; follows manufacturer's instructions; maintains equipment inventoriesMaintains hygiene supplies inventory; places orders for supplies; verifies receipt of suppliesConserves resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job resultsMaintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publicationsOther duties as assignedArrow Dental seeks to allow equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by law.
Arrow Dental values diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We aim to demonstrate our commitment to diversity through all our business practices and invite applications from candidates that share our commitment to this diversity. Our diverse experiences and perspectives help us become a stronger organization. Let’s be better together.
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