The Dental Hygienist works closely with the Dentist to meet the oral health needs of patients and lead the CMC Community Oral Health Screening project. The Dental Hygienist reports to the Chief Dental Officer.
Provide leadership in the development and implementation of CMC's oral health screening and sealant project.
Complete grant reporting requirements as needed to implement project.
Transport and set up mobile equipment in a school setting.
Travel to schools and other selected oral health screening sites.
Conduct assessment of oral health conditions.
Identify and write up dental referrals.
Review of the health history.
Conduct assessments for oral cancer screening.
Enter dental procedure information into Electronic Health Records system.
Remove calculus and plaque (hard and soft deposits) from all surfaces of the teeth.
Apply preventive materials to the teeth (e.g., sealants and fluorides).
Instruct patients of appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling).
Counsel patients about good nutrition and its impact on oral hygiene.
Make impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth used by dentists to evaluate patient treatment needs).
As needed take blood pressure and pulse.
As needed take dental x-rays.
Perform other tasks as needed.
Licensed as a Dental Hygienist in the State of California.
Alternative Practice Certificate is preferred.
Knowledge and skills in delivering dental care to patients.
Valid California driver's license, proof of auto insurance, and personal transportation.
Knowledge of current dental hygienist practices and procedures.
Knowledge of organization policies, procedures, systems, and objectives.
Skill in exercising initiative, judgment, problem-solving, decision-making.
Skill in developing and maintaining effective relationships with medical, dental, administrative staff, patients and public.
Competitive Pay
Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits options for full-time employees
Flexible spending account for medical expenses
Dependent care
Employee assistance program
Life Insurance
Pet Insurance
Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurances
403(b) retirement saving plan with company match
10 paid sick days/12 Holidays/Vacations days vary on position