Dental Hygienist - Pediatrics

Geisinger • Milton, PA

84d

About The Position

The position involves performing preventive and therapeutic direct patient care for patients of all ages. The role requires appropriate licensure and qualifications to provide care effectively. Responsibilities include conducting oral evaluations, performing dental treatments, and educating patients on oral health.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Dental Hygiene.
• Licensed Dental Hygienist - PA State Board of Dentistry.
• Basic Life Support Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a clinical environment.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform external and internal oral evaluations and record comprehensive periodontal and restorative dental charting.
• Perform prophylactic treatment and provide services including placement of sub-gingival agents, periodontal probing, scaling, root planning, and full mouth debridement.
• Administer pain control agents such as topical anesthetic and local anesthesia as permitted.
• Apply caries preventative agents including topical fluoride trays and varnish, dental sealants, and desensitizing agents.
• Expose and process dental radiographs.
• Provide patient education and home care protocols.
• Complete new medical questionnaire annually and update medical health history.
• Clean and sterilize instruments and disinfect dental equipment.
• Maintain general operatory and clinic maintenance.
• Monitor expiration dates on supplies.
• Maintain current professional license and technical skills.
• Attend and participate in appropriate monthly meetings.
• Monitor own schedules and communicate with scheduling pod.
• Assist in other areas as appropriate and respond to patient questions and concerns.

Benefits

• Full benefits (health, dental, and vision) starting on day one.
• Three medical plan choices.
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA).
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with automatic contributions.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per calendar year.
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program.
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for childcare, eldercare, and mental health support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees