Dental Hygienist

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We’re always looking for talented and dedicated Registered Dental Hygienists (RDH) to join our team! Whether you're seeking full-time or part-time opportunities, we have positions available to fit your needs. As a key member of our dental practice, you will be responsible for providing high-quality preventative dental care to our patients.

Your role will include performing dental cleanings, taking X-rays, educating patients on oral health, and assisting the dentist in various procedures. If you have a passion for improving oral health and providing exceptional care, we would love to hear from you. Typical schedule (may be subject to change) is Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Overview Of Position

The Registered Dental Hygienist is responsible for performing all tasks associated with a dental hygiene role within a preventive and maintenance dental program. Working under the PA-161 Public Dental Prevention Program, the hygienist provides preventive care with minimal dentist oversight. This position requires adherence to organizational policies, ethical standards, and licensing requirements, while upholding the organization’s mission in all actions and communications.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform Dental Hygiene Procedures:
• Clean and polish teeth, remove calculus deposits, and stains from teeth and beneath gums.
• Apply topical fluoride treatments.
• Chart existing oral conditions for diagnosis by the dentist.
• Apply pit and fissure sealants under dentist approval.
• Expose and mount dental radiographs.
• Patient Education and Documentation:
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, plaque removal, and preventive care.
• Record patient information accurately in electronic health records.
• Initiate ongoing patient recall systems for maintenance of oral health.
• Clinical Support and Sterilization:
• Administer nitrous oxide and local anesthesia when directed by a dentist.
• Organize, clean, and sterilize dental tools and instruments.
• Test water lines for bacterial counts.
• Sharpen dental instruments as needed.
• Compliance and Continuous Learning:
• Adhere to compliance standards as specified in the Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct, and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Stay current with federal, state, and company regulations and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or director.

• Certifications:
  
  Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR training as required by licensure.
• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to interact with patients from diverse backgrounds and maintain professionalism.
• Patient Care:
  Ability to perform routine dental care tasks effectively and ensure patient comfort.
• Cultural Competence:
  Ability to work with individuals from various cultural backgrounds and communicate effectively.
• Adaptability:
  Ability to travel occasionally between different Cherry Health sites based on business needs.
• Confidentiality:
  Maintain agency and patient confidentiality at all times.

• Customer Service
• Collaboration
• Integrity
• Respect
• Professionalism
• Learning

• Required:
• State of Michigan dental hygiene license.
• Degree from an accredited dental hygiene school.

• Desktop or laptop computers.
• Networked copier, printer, facsimile.
• Microsoft Office applications (Mail, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Cavitron ultrasonic scaler.
• Autoclave sterilization equipment.
• Hand tools, X-ray equipment.

• Standing:
  More than ⅔ of the time.
• Sitting:
  Less than ⅓ of the time.
• Independently mobile (e.g., movement between floors):
  More than ⅔ of the time.
• Grasping (applying pressure to objects):
  More than ⅔ of the time.
• Finger Use (pinching, typing):
  More than ⅔…