Traveling Registered Dental Hygienist- Part-Time

RTI International

56d

About The Position

Traveling Dental Hygienists are responsible for: Conducting oral health examinations on participants age 1 and older, which may include assessments of dental caries, periodontal disease and other oral-related conditions and diseases, such as edentulism and dental sealants Collect oral rinse samples and administer medical history screening Provide care recommendations and consult on preliminary results Participating in quality assurance and maintain examination equipment Follow study protocols and infection control guidelines Participate in quality assurance and maintain examination equipment Setting up/packing up the dental examination room, including packing, unpacking, and storing light equipment and supplies Performing spirometry, audiometry, or vision measurements on participants after receiving appropriate training. Attending project training, complete RTI required courses and certification by end of training May act as backup MEC team lead to manage staff and daily schedule Assisting in setting up and shutting down the MEC including handling stair components, floor covers and expansion sides of the vehicles This position involves lifting equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

Requirements

Minimum 21 years old
Successfully complete the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE)
Active dental hygienist license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (one of the 50 states or District of Columbia)
Minimum 1 year of experience in a medical or dental facility
CPR certification (or willingness to obtain within 3 months
Strong communication skills, especially with children and parents
Basic computer proficiency and clerical skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Must possess a valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

At least 3 years of experience in a medical or dental facility
Fluency in Spanish
Willingness to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) to operate MEC vehicles (38 feet in length and over 26,000 lbs. in weight) to various study locations

Responsibilities

Conducting oral health examinations on participants age 1 and older, which may include assessments of dental caries, periodontal disease and other oral-related conditions and diseases, such as edentulism and dental sealants
Collect oral rinse samples and administer medical history screening
Provide care recommendations and consult on preliminary results
Participating in quality assurance and maintain examination equipment
Follow study protocols and infection control guidelines
Participate in quality assurance and maintain examination equipment
Setting up/packing up the dental examination room, including packing, unpacking, and storing light equipment and supplies
Performing spirometry, audiometry, or vision measurements on participants after receiving appropriate training.
Attending project training, complete RTI required courses and certification by end of training
May act as backup MEC team lead to manage staff and daily schedule
Assisting in setting up and shutting down the MEC including handling stair components, floor covers and expansion sides of the vehicles
This position involves lifting equipment weighing up to 50 pounds