Dental Hygienist

Rocking Horse Community Health Center•Springfield, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Rocking Horse Community Health Center (RHCHC) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides healthcare services to the Clark and Madison County communities. The organization is looking for a full-time Dental Hygienist to join our Pediatric Dentist at the Rocking Horse Clinic located at Springfield High School. The Dental Hygienist is responsible for following all OSHA standards, sterilization of instruments, and the cleaning and routine maintenance of the clinic and equipment. Must maintain accurate dental records and assist the dentist and dental assistant during down times as needed. This opportunity has a generous compensation package.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited hygiene program
Possess a valid Ohio license to practice dental hygiene
Ability to work in a team environment and maintain good working relationships with co-workers and patients
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and staff
Ability to motivate patients
Ability to prepare and maintain charts, records, logs, and reports
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and memos
Ability to write simple correspondence
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, customers and other employees of the organization
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written oral instructions
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variable in standardized situations
Knowledge of Database software; Internet software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software
Demonstrate an understanding of the role of Federally Qualified Health Centers as a safety net for all persons without regard for their ability to pay for services
Appreciate patient-centered care in a medical home
Committed to quality, comprehensive services through a team approach
Excellent interpersonal communication, organization, and managerial skills
Staff is required to understand the privacy policies and procedures
Must be able to read and generate written communication and documentation
Ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients, providers, peers, supervisor or other collaborative community agencies