Dental Hygienist Periodontics, 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 the Periodontics department. You will be providing comprehensive hygiene care and education while working alongside multiple providers in a rewarding, fast-paced setting.

Location:

Iowa City, IA

• 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 crown and root surfaces and smoothing 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 inspections 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 dentist with information for diagnosis and 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.

• 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.

• Schedule:
  
  24 - 32 hours/week, Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm (to be determined)
• Work Location:
  
  On-Site
• Salary:
  Salary range $47,500.80 - $63,334.40 (SEIU Pay Grade: 06) or $38.06 per hour. Advanced starting rate may be possible based on qualifications/experience.
• Position type: SEIU Part-time

To be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a Resume (marked as “Relevant File”). A Cover Letter is recommended, and 3 professional references may be requested later. This position is not eligible for University Sponsorship of Employment Authorization. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period ends.

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.