Registered Dental Hygienist (Per Diem)

Neighborhood Healthcare•Riverside, CA

69d•$50 - $75•Onsite

About The Position

Neighborhood Healthcare is a private, non-profit 501(C)(3) community health organization dedicated to improving the health and happiness of the communities it serves by providing quality care to all, regardless of situation or circumstance. Since 1969, Neighborhood Healthcare has served over 500,000 medical, dental, and behavioral health visits from more than 100,000 people annually. The organization values compassion, integrity, professionalism, collaboration, and going above and beyond. This role is for additional site coverage in Latham, Hemet, Rialto, Arlanza, and Eastside A.

Requirements

High school/GED required
Valid California Registered Dental Hygienist License required
National Provider Identifier (NPI) number required or ability to obtain prior to hire
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification though an American Heart Association (AHA)- Approved source is required upon hire and must be maintained as a condition of employment.
One-year dental hygienist experience in a dental office required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including superior composition, typing and proofreading skills
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Knowledgeable about and experience with performing a full range of established dental hygienist protocols/procedures
Knowledgeable about and experience with dental practices and procedures
Knowledge about and experience with using dental devices and equipment
Ability to provide direct patient services and successfully manage difficult patient situations
Knowledge about and experience with dental practices and procedures, including clinic infection control procedures, cleaning/sterilizing instruments, tray setup and materials
Knowledge about and experience with establishing oral hygiene concepts and periodontal therapies
Ability to independently assess the nature and extent of dental disease, associated conditions and pathology in dental patients
Ability to analyze medical records and prescribed protocols to formulate effective therapeutic treatment plans
Knowledge about and experience with dental surgeries and associated procedures, terminology, and techniques
Ability to set-up and prepare dental equipment and instrumentation in accordance with established regulations and guidelines
Knowledge of patient screening, charting and medical history procedures and documentation. Knowledge of patient admission, triage, transfer and discharge procedures and documentation.
Knowledge about and experience with federal, state, and institutional regulations and guidelines for the provision of dental outpatient services.
Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Excellent planning and organizational ability
Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
Ability to work with highly confidential information in a professional and ethical manner
Follows all safety procedures as outlined in Neighborhood Healthcare’s Illness and Injury Prevention Plan (IIPP) and report any injuries and/or unsafe conditions immediately
Maintains current knowledge of policies and procedures as they relate to safe work practices
Follows all safety procedures and report unsafe conditions
Uses appropriate body mechanics to ensure an injury free environment
Familiarity with location of nearest fire extinguisher and emergency exits
Follows all infection control procedures including blood-borne pathogen protocols
Maintains privacy of all patients, employee and volunteer information and access such information only on a need-to-know basis for business purposes
Complies with all regulations regarding corporate integrity and security obligations
Reports all behavior and/or activity that are unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful

Nice To Haves

Valid certification to administer local anesthesia is preferred
Experience working in a FQHC setting preferred
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Responsibilities

Provides periodontal therapies and other dental hygiene related services to patients.
Assesses patient dental conditions and needs using approved patient screening procedures, including medical/dental history review, chief complaints, dental charting, and periodontal charting.
Evaluates overall oral health by examining oral cavity for signs of periodontal diseases, such as recessed or bleeding gums, and oral lesions.
Documents and reports pertinent observations and patient reactions to dentists.
Exposes digital radiographs and takes intra-oral photos.
Follows through with oral hygiene procedures in accordance with treatment plans prescribed by the attending dentist, including prophylaxis, periodontal scaling, root planning, debridement, supra/subgingival scaling and curettage, fluoride treatments, and protective sealants.
Assists with or initiates emergency measures for sudden adverse developments during treatment of patients.
Educates patients in oral hygiene and dental care, including proper tooth brushing, flossing, nutrition, and need for professional care.
Enhances the efficiency of the clinic by performing expanded duties as allowable by law and directed by the dentist.
Documents lab procedures and ensures follow up on results.
Ensures direct patient care is delivered using established dental hygiene procedures.
Ensures all tasks provided and associated with patient care, patient administrative processes, and related duties comply with all regulatory/accreditation standards and clinic policies and procedures.
Manages and maintains patient records and related administrative documentation to ensure all records and related documentation are consistent with all HIPM and related regulations and requirements.
Utilizes the requisite tools, systems, technology, and equipment in the collection of patient data, records management, and collections.
Manages the dental office infection control plan to meet Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Center for Disease Control (CDC), and American Dental Association (ADA) standards.
Ensures compliance and attention to all corporate policies and procedures.
Maintains state license through continuing education, as required.
Participate in collaborative approach to instrument sterilization.
Monitor, assess and maintain hygiene instruments as needed.
Ensures positive experiences for all patients, including treating patients with care and compassion.
Assists patients to feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment.
Develops favorable relationships with all patients by interacting positively to provide information and education about oral hygiene.
Interacts positively with a diverse, sometimes difficult, and demanding patient population.
Handles and resolves patient concerns with enthusiasm and empathy.
Establishes professional and favorable working relationships with all staff members associated with clinic operations, including patient services representatives, dental assistants, dentists, and related staff.
Cooperates with the team in accomplishing department goals and objectives.
Conducts dental health clinics for community groups to augment services of dentists.