Dental Hygienist

ONE Health Ohio•Warren, OH

About The Position

Supports dental care under the guidance of the Dentist, the position will encompass a range of skills including administering preventive oral services and patient education along with the coordination of dental preventatives and procedures.

Requirements

Ability to maintain confidentiality
Present a positive and professional attitude
Planning and organizational skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Publisher)
Ability to identify problems and to propose feasible solutions
Ability to maintain accurate records
Ability to enter and maintain data in various company software programs
Knowledge of company’s policies and procedures
Knowledge of modern office equipment, troubleshooting, practices, and procedures
Interpersonal/human relations skills
Proficient telephone skills
Time management
Attention to detail
Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time
Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction
Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm (s), for example, using a keyboard.
Lifting, pushing, pulling up to 30 pounds
Communication skills using the spoken work
Ability to see within normal parameters
Ability to hear within normal range
Ability to move about

Responsibilities

Providing exceptional customer service to patients, visitors, and One Health Ohio support staff.
Coordinating appropriate preventative treatment modalities with the assistance of the Dentist.
Obtaining an accurate health history and updates at every visit.
Charting existing periodontal conditions in the Electronic Dental Chart.
Recording patient’s BP on every visit.
Providing dental prophylaxis for adults and pediatric patients.
Removing calcareous deposits above and below the gingival margin of teeth.
Providing the appropriate in-office and home fluoride regimens under the guidance of the Dentist.
Maintaining recall system and reminder postcards.
Applying sealants to teeth as directed by the Dentist.
Completing dental progress notes following preventative treatment.
Ensuring the appropriate dental instruments are available for each preventive procedure.
Maintaining a safe and clean working environment per OSHA guidelines and adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
Assisting other departments of the organization including front desk, medical, behavioral health, and management to ensure proper workflow process.