Dental Hygienist

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Job Title

Dental Hygienist

Department: Nursing | College Administration

The full-time hygienist performs general dental hygiene duties including but not limited to periodontal scaling and root planing, pediatric dental care, patient education, exposing radiographs, instrument maintenance, supply maintenance, ensures appropriate HIPAA/OSHA compliance, accurately documents visit information and treatment plans in the patient's electronic health record, provides appropriate follow up for all outside referrals, ensures operatory is kept clean, communicates appropriately with on-site provider, management and clerical staff.

Additional Information

Minimum Education Required

Associates or Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene, Dental Hygiene licensure in the State of Ohio and CPR/BLS required at all times throughout employment; 0 years of clinical experience.

0-2 years of relevant experience preferred. License to administer and monitor N2O2 and administer local anesthesia preferred. Qualified to practice under limited supervision also preferred. Experience and knowledge of a wide variety of dental instruments and procedures; experience with electronic health record, computer literacy including Microsoft Office/Excel preferred. Experience providing complex periodontal therapy preferred.

• Function: Allied Health
• Sub-function: Dental Hygienists
• Career Band: Individual Contributor - Clinical
• Career Level: C2

Salary Range: $35.96 - $44.93

Location: Eastland Prosperity Center (2577)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours

40

Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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