Dental Hygienist

ROCKY MOUNTAIN HEALTH CARE SERVICES•Colorado Springs, CO

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Dental Hygienist is an integral part of the clinical services team at Rocky Mountain Health Care Services. This position promotes dental health of participants by conducting cleanings, screening for oral diseases and provides other preventative and restorative treatments in accordance with standard dental practice. The ideal candidate will have several years of general dental experience, a positive and collaborative disposition and a desire to be part of an organization whose mission is to make a difference in the health of our participants. MISSION: Improving lives, Optimizing wellness, Promoting independence

Requirements

Associates degree in dental hygiene and active dental hygienist license registered and is in good standing with the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) required
3-5 years of experience working as a Dental Hygienist required
1 year of working with the frail or elderly required
CPR/BLS certification required

Responsibilities

Performs routine dental care within scope of practice for participants as stipulated in the participants care plan. This can include but is not limited to: cleaning teeth and gums, screening for oral disease such as gingivitis and oral cancer, arresting dental decay with cavity-preventing agents and administering dental prophylaxis as needed
Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques and making recommendations to manager
Provides thorough education to participants about good oral hygiene, plaque control and post-operative instructions
Prepares and maintains treatment areas by adhere to all prescribed procedures, protocols and regulations
Accurately documents participant dental hygiene services in the electronic health record and maintains strict confidentiality of participant information as required of HIPAA
Maintains a professional, but soothing atmosphere for participants who might be frightened or uncomfortable with dental procedures
Performs as part of the inter-disciplinary team, as needed or required
Assists with Utilization Management, pre-authorization and service requests from contracted providers
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Medical and Prescription Drug
Dental
Vision Care
Wellness Program
Telemedicine Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
Company Paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
Company Paid Long-Term Disability
Voluntary Life Insurance
Voluntary Short-Term Disability
Accidental Injury Insurance
Critical Illness
Hospital Indemnity
403(b) Savings Plan
Legal Shield and IDShield
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time-Off plan
Such benefits are based on applicable state law and factors such as pay classification (full-time, part-time, or PRN/casual), job grade and length of service.