School Health Dental Hygienist

Nationwide Children's Hospital • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

Provides oral health care, dental health education, and remediable intraoral procedures to patients in a clinic setting. The role supports dental clinics at KIPP Columbus and Grovport Madison. The schedule is four days per week, either Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; hours may change slightly depending on school hours. The position is open to candidates interested in working during the school year only, from August through May.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene school.
• Licensed to practice in the State of Ohio.
• Passed the National Boards.
• Passed the Northeast Regional Boards.
• Certified in CPR.
• Robust communication skills.
• Strong manual dexterity.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Six months of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients’ teeth and gums to identify oral health issues.
• Clean teeth by removing plaque, tartar, and stains.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and advise them on diet and lifestyle choices that can affect oral health.
• Administer local anesthesia and apply cavity-preventive agents such as fluoride and sealants.
• Take and develop dental X-rays to help diagnose dental problems.
• Maintain detailed patient records and a clean, sterile work environment.
• Treat and teach healthy and medically compromised patients.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree