Dental Hygienist (80% to 100%) – Clinic Administration, College of Dentistry

UIOWA•Iowa City, IA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Iowa College of Dentistry is seeking an enthusiastic Dental Hygienist passionate about patient care to join the Clinic Administration department. The role provides comprehensive hygiene care and patient education while working alongside multiple providers in a fast-paced setting. The position is based on site in Iowa City, Iowa, and is scheduled for 32–40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; occasional overtime may be required. The listed salary range is $63,334.40–$79,168, commensurate with qualifications, with an advanced starting rate potentially available based on qualifications and experience. The posting also lists an hourly rate of $38.06. The position requires an associate degree from a CODA-accredited Dental Hygiene program or equivalent and an unrestricted Iowa dental hygiene license. Hygienists who administer local anesthesia must hold a current Iowa local anesthesia permit. Hygienists who administer nitrous oxide must meet the educational criteria established by the Iowa Board of Dental Examiners. Candidates must demonstrate technical skills with electronic health records and radiology, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills. Applicants must upload a resume and mark it as a “Relevant File”; a cover letter is recommended. Three professional references may be requested later. The position is not eligible for University sponsorship of employment authorization. Successful candidates must disclose conviction history and will undergo a criminal background check and credential and education verification. The posting remains open for at least seven calendar days and may be removed and filled after that period.

Requirements

Associate degree from a CODA-accredited Dental Hygiene program or equivalent.
Unrestricted license to practice dental hygiene in the State of Iowa.
A current Iowa local anesthesia permit for hygienists administering local anesthesia.
For hygienists administering nitrous oxide, education meeting Iowa Board of Dental Examiners criteria.
Demonstrated technical skills with electronic health records and radiology.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency working with electronic health records.
Periodontal dental hygiene experience.
Experience educating pre-doctoral and post-doctoral dental students about the dental hygienist’s role on the dental healthcare team.

Responsibilities

Perform oral prophylaxis by removing plaque, calculus, and stains from exposed and unexposed tooth surfaces through scaling and polishing.
Perform therapeutic periodontal scaling and root planing by removing plaque and calculus from crown and root surfaces and smoothing root surfaces.
Administer local anesthesia.
Apply fluoride to help prevent dental caries.
Review and update patients’ medical and dental health histories.
Perform oral inspections, including oral cancer screening.
Record dental and periodontal findings.
Make digital dental radiographs.
Document oral conditions and the extent of hygiene treatment in the electronic dental chart to provide information for dentist diagnosis and subsequent treatment when needed.
Advise and instruct patients on proper oral hygiene procedures, diet for good dental health, and the impact of tobacco use on oral health.