Dental Hygienist Independent Practice

360care • Florence, SC

112d • Onsite

About The Position

360care provides ancillary care to residents of senior care communities, connecting those communities with clinical providers. The Dental Hygienist in Independent Practice works autonomously, making clinical decisions and providing oral hygiene care to patients on-site in treatment rooms within facilities. The role includes flexible scheduling based on the clinician’s availability and requires travel up to 100% of the time.

360care provides portable equipment and supplies, PPE, and office support. Its support includes scheduling and billing, care coordination for consents, pre-authorizations, patient scheduling and post-operative needs, IT support, and field support and mentorship from a Clinical Director.

Requirements

• Valid Dental Hygiene or Registered Dental Hygiene License.
• Valid independent certification and/or license to practice independently.
• Own reliable transportation, a good driving record, and car insurance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive oral health assessments, including checking for signs of oral disease and abnormalities.
• Perform dental cleanings, removing plaque, calculus, and stains.
• Apply preventative treatments such as fluoride and sealants.
• Educate patients and families about oral hygiene, including brushing, flossing, and dietary recommendations.
• Take digital dental x-rays as needed.
• Accurately and promptly update patient records, documenting treatments and observations.
• Assist the dentist during examinations and procedures as needed.
• Assist with patient transportation.
• Communicate effectively with patients, family members, providers, faculty, and staff.
• Respond promptly to patient inquiries and document conversations in the EMR.
• Travel as required, up to 100% of the time.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling based on clinician availability.
• Great compensation.
• State-of-the-art portable equipment and supplies provided.
• Scheduling and billing handled by 360care.
• Office support, including care coordination for consents, pre-authorizations, patient scheduling, post-operative needs, and IT support.
• Field support and mentorship from a Clinical Director.
• PPE provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed