Full-Time Dental Hygienist

VitalCore Health Strategies•Wilmington, DE

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care, has openings for a Full Time Dental Hygienist at Howard R. Young Correctional Institution located in Wilmington, DE. At VitalCore, we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring hardworking ethical individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff. The Dental Hygienist performs technical and advisory services in oral or dental hygiene involving oral prophylaxis under the supervision of a registered dentist. Dental hygienists may perform educational and organizational work in promoting oral hygiene. The mobile dental clinic is located in Camden, DE; team members meet up at this location at the start of their shift and travel to the facilities throughout the state.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of one year of experience
Must have completed accredited training appropriate to the field
Must receive a satisfactory background investigation report

Responsibilities

Scale and polish teeth and roots.
Remove sutures.
Take study models.
Polish amalgam restorations.
Place and remove rubber dams.
Assist dentist in administering fluoride treatments.
Instruct inmates in proper dental hygiene.
Develop oral hygiene education program for patients.
Assist dentist in completing diagnostic x-rays.
Record all aspects of treatment provided and other pertinent information in the inmate's dental record.
Initiate and maintain recall program for additional instructions and treatment for inmates whose condition and/or attitude indicate a need. Also completes a follow-up prophylaxis treatment in a specific time interval.
Check and maintain instruments, equipment, and supplies including ordering replacements and submitting work orders.
Ensure proper clean-up, packaging, and sterilizing of instruments.
Maintain a clean and orderly working environment.
Instruct dental assistant in proper techniques and other training as directed.
Perform dental assessments when required.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.