Dental Hygienist Clinic Administration, College of Dentistry

Overview

The University of Iowa College of Dentistry is seeking an enthusiastic Dental Hygienist who is passionate about patient care to join us in our Clinic Administration department. You will be providing comprehensive hygiene care and education while working alongside multiple providers in a rewarding, fast-paced setting.

For a full job description, please send an e-mail to COD-Requisition swa.edu.

• Perform oral prophylaxis for patients by removing plaque, calculus, and stains from exposed and unexposed surfaces of teeth by scaling and polishing.
• Perform therapeutic periodontal scaling and root planing procedures by removing plaque and calculus from the crown and root surfaces and smoothing of the root surfaces.
• Administer local anesthesia.
• Apply fluoride to teeth to aid in the prevention of dental caries.
• Review and update medical and dental health histories.
• Perform oral inspection including oral cancer screening.
• Record dental and periodontal findings.
• Make digital dental radiographs.
• Record present oral conditions and extent of hygiene treatment on electronic dental chart to provide the dentist with information for diagnosis and subsequent treatment when needed.
• Advise and instruct patients on proper oral hygiene procedures, proper diet for good dental health, and the impact of tobacco use on oral health.

• Department:
  College of Dentistry – Clinic Administration (Iowa City, IA)
• Location:
  
  On-Site
• Schedule:
  
  32 - 40 hours/week, Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
• May require occasional overtime

• Salary: $63,334.40 - $79,168
  * to commensurate (SEIU Pay Grade: 06)
• Hourly wage: $38.06 per hour
• * Advanced starting rate may be possible based on qualifications/experience

• Associates degree from a CODA-accredited Dental Hygiene program or equivalent is required.
• An unrestricted license to practice dental hygiene in the State of Iowa is required.
• Hygienists administering local anesthesia must hold a current local anesthesia permit issued by the State of Iowa.
• Hygienists administering nitrous oxide must meet educational criteria in accordance with the rules of the Iowa Board of Dental Examiners.
• Demonstrated technical skills with electronic health records and radiology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

• Proficient working with electronic health records.
• Periodontal dental hygiene experience.
• Experience educating pre-doctoral and post-doctoral dental students regarding the dental hygienist’s role in the dental healthcare team.

• In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a Resume (and mark as “Relevant File”) to the submission. A Cover Letter is recommended, and 3 Names of Professional References may be requested at a later date.
• Position NOT eligible for University Sponsorship of Employment Authorization.
• Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
• Questions or additional information: COD-Requisition swa.edu.

• Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.
• Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, with health coverage, retirement plans, and leave policies. Opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and tuition assistance are available.

Position not eligible for sponsorship. Job postings are for a minimum of 7 days.