Registered Dental Hygienist

Description

Aria Care Partners is the national leader in providing onsite dental, vision, hearing, and podiatry care to over 3500 long-term care and skilled nursing facilities across 25 states. Our clinicians visit different skilled nursing communities daily, bringing life-affirming care to an underserved population. Our business model, innovation, customer support and teamwork deliver an unparalleled customer experience, resulting in a customer satisfaction rating of over 98%.

Executing this strategic philosophy resulted in rapid company growth with revenue increases of 25%-30% annually over the last four years, nearly doubling the size of the company. Company values include caring fully for our customers and fellow employees, striving for excellence and continuous improvement, and excelling through the power of teamwork and collaboration. At Aria Care Partners, our mission is to enrich the quality of life for every resident with passion and compassion.

Working at Aria Matter means participating in a collaborative environment that values innovation, continuous improvement, and a passion for patient care. Our team members are empowered to provide the best care possible to our underserved customer base while enjoying a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

This position is responsible for providing treatment to patients in the facilities served by working with the DDS, clinical coordinator, and staff at the facility. Registered Dental Hygienists complete on-site hygiene services, and work with their clinical support managers and staff at nursing homes to ensure that the patients’ and facilities’ needs are met.

• Review patient lists prior to visit and ensure all supplies/equipment are available for all patients.
• Arrive on time, check in with dental contact, and review the list of patients to be seen.
• Transport, set up, and take down equipment and supplies in the room designated as the workspace by the facility.
• Work with contacts at the nursing home to coordinate the transfer of patients and their charts to and from the treatment room. If issues with transport of patients or charts and all options have been exhausted, call the clinical support manager for assistance.
• Perform required care including taking X-rays, cleaning teeth and dentures, applying sealants, and assessing patients’ oral health to report findings to the dentist, following all ADA and company standards of care.
• Explain procedures as they are completed to the patient. Follow up with staff at the facility to review recommendations for the patient.
• Enter chart notes for treatment provided into Salesforce at the time of treatment.
• Ensure that OSHA safety and cleanliness regulations are followed during patient treatment.
• Ensure that disposables are handled correctly before leaving the facility.
• Check out with dental contact at the facility, including review of chart notes. Leave printed copies of chart notes with facilities for patient charts.
• Work with the clinical support manager on scheduling and follow-up of patient care and treatment.
• Maintain dental equipment through regular cleaning and maintenance routines.
• Inventory supplies and order as needed.
• Follow regulated OHSA guidelines in handling and sterilization of instruments.
• Utilize personal vehicle for equipment/supply transport and traveling to scheduled facility visits.
• Be available via cell phone during the workday.
• Willing and able to expense purchases for office needs, unforeseen supply purchases and other reimbursable business-related expenses.

This position covers their home market which includes driving up to a 3-hour radius. For locations greater than 2.5 hours, the company offers overnight lodging and meals. Mileage reimbursement is included, as well as paid time for all driving that exceeds normal commute time. Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record.

• Current Registered Dental Hygienist license in the state in good standing and 5 years’ experience.
• Valid Driver’s License with no moving violations in the last five years.
• Willing to travel within…