About The Position

The Dental Hygienist provides dental care and promotes dental health by performing a variety of tasks under the supervision of a licensed dentist. They assess patient needs, clean teeth, take and develop dental x-rays, and educate patients on proper oral hygiene. They adhere to all relevant laws, regulations, and protocols related to dental hygiene and maintain accurate patient records.

Requirements

  • Graduate from an accredited Dental Hygienist school
  • Two (2) years’ experience
  • Previous correctional/detention facility experience
  • Five (5) years’ experience
  • Unrestricted current Dental Hygiene license, certification or registration in state of practice - must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc.
  • Current (and must maintain) lifesaving BLS certification through AHA
  • Current (and must maintain) lifesaving ACLS certification through AHA

Responsibilities

  • Prepare treatment room and select materials and equipment for dental hygiene visits.
  • Provide oral hygiene and postoperative instructions to patients and answer their questions.
  • Maintain and sterilize dental instruments, document dental hygiene services and maintain confidentiality of patient information.
  • Maintain a safe and clean working environment, adhere to infection-control policies and protocols, and conserve dental resources.
  • Ensure proper functioning of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions, and evaluating new equipment and techniques

Benefits

  • Up to $7,500 bonus plus relocation
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