Dental Hygienist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older at the start date due to clinical access and regulatory requirements.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Computer skills are required.
• Strong organizational skills and self-motivation are required.

Nice To Haves

• Desire to develop a healthcare-related career preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a strong knowledge base of infection control and sterilization procedures.
• Anticipates and prepares equipment and instruments needed for various procedures ahead of time.
• Ensures lab slips are stocked with ample supply.
• Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of lab area, daily.
• Cleans and disinfects treatment room immediately after vacated to ensure prompt turnover.
• Clean, sterilizes and organizes instruments and supplies.
• Assists Dental Hygienist in charting and sterilization of instruments as instructed.
• Sets up trays accurately by procedure.
• Cleans and maintains sterilization equipment and performs spore tests at least weekly.
• Periodic testing and maintenance of equipment including updating the equipment log.
• Maintain inventory and inventory log.
• Work closely with the Dental Assistants to create efficient workflows.
• Observes and follows required safety protocols, including handling and disposal of sharps, use of personal protective equipment, exposure to blood-borne pathogens, and general safety of employees and patients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Monthly paid training
• Tuition reimbursement
• One-on-one career planning
• Career growth pathways within NEW Health