Dental Hygienist (PRN)

Brightli • Columbia, MO

7d

About The Position

Are you a passionate and dedicated Dental Hygienist looking to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals seeking exceptional dental care? Join our team at Clarity Healthcare as a Dental Hygienist! As a Dental Hygienist, you'll provide professional dental care, including comprehensive oral health education and all related clinical procedures. Our ideal candidate is passionate about preventative dentistry, skilled in oral hygiene techniques, and committed to delivering compassionate care with patience and understanding.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Dental Hygiene.
• Licensed as a Registered Dental Hygienist in the state of practice.
• Current CPR certification.
• Knowledge of all phases of dental hygiene, including the use of equipment, instruments, and materials.
• Ability to educate patients on preventative dentistry practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish effective working relationships with patients and staff.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience is desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Inspire Oral Health Excellence: Perform professional cleanings, including oral prophylaxis, while educating patients on brushing, flossing, and nutrition for lifelong oral health.
• Be a Smile Advocate: Apply topical fluorides, place sealants, and screen for cavities, periodontal disease, oral cancer, and medical history concerns.
• Showcase Your Precision: Conduct radiographs, perform supra- and subgingival scaling, root planing, and provide comprehensive care for acute periodontal conditions.
• Enhance Advanced Care: Assist with periodontal surgical techniques and administer local anesthetics (if qualified), ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
• Lead Oral Health Assessments: Record thorough and accurate medical histories to support individualized care plans.
• Promote Preventive Care: Deliver therapeutic treatments while empowering patients to take charge of their dental health.
• Ensure Seamless Documentation: Maintain detailed, timely, and accurate patient records to uphold clinical excellence.
• Support Team Growth: Train and mentor dental assistants, fostering a skilled and collaborative team environment.
• Make a Community Impact: Participate in dental prevention and education initiatives that promote oral health awareness.
• Embrace Adaptability: Take on additional tasks as needed, contributing to a positive and innovative clinical setting.

Benefits

• Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
• Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
• Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees