To document patient needs, deliver direct dental care, provide patient education, and develop individualized dental care plans. To participate in clinical laboratory studies and assist in the education of UMMC students.
Assesses dental condition and patient needs using established dental procedures such as medical history review, dental charting, and perio charting; takes patient vital signs.
Delivers direct dental care to patients to include cleaning, polishing, x-rays, application of sealants and fluorides and related procedures.
Develops individualized care plans and performs patient education in consultation with a qualified dentist.
Performs general dental administrative duties such as developing x-rays, scheduling appointments and greeting patients.
Documents dental history or primary complaint and relays information to the dentist.
Participates in clinical and laboratory studies; mentors dental students.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Graduate of an accredited Dental Hygiene School.
Mississippi licensure, current CPR certification.
Knowledge of dental procedures, terminology, and techniques.
Knowledge of patient screening, charting, and medical history procedures and documentation.