Dental Hygienist

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma • Durant, OK

25d

About The Position

As the Dental Hygienist, you will provide clinical and educational services under the general direction and guidance of a dentist. You will report to the Director.

Requirements

• Associate degree from an accredited dental hygiene program
• Licensed to work as a Dental Hygienist in Oklahoma
• CPR Certification or willingness to obtain
• One [1] year of clinical experience

Responsibilities

• Perform chair side prophylaxis, full mouth debridement, sub gingival scaling and root planning by using hand instruments, and ultrasonic devices.
• Observe and chart all oral conditions and periodontal problems by examining the patients’ teeth, mouth, throat, and pharynx.
• Place temporary restorations, desensitizing agents, sealants, remove sutures, and change periodontal dressings.
• Educate patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques, nutritional and dietary counseling for control of dental disease, tobacco counseling, and care of removable appliances and bridges.
• Administer anesthesia and medications such as topical anesthetic, local anesthetic, topical fluoride gel, topical fluoride varnish, and may administer nitrous oxide.
• Review patient dental history, medical history, medications, chart, and radiographs before initiating treatment.
• Practice infection control standards as set forth by company policy and procedures.
• Other responsibilities as may be assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees