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Clinic Dental Hygienist

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SKILLS
CPR Certification, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Dental Hygiene, Dentistry, Disease Prevention and Control, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Medical Records, Nutrition Therapy, OSHA, Physical Demands, Physician Assistant, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Quality of Care, Radiography, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Springfield, MA
POSTED
3 days ago

Health Advocates Network is currently seeking a Dental Hygienist to work at a facility in Springfield, MA.

Pay Rate: $61 / hour

Duties: Job Summary: Work together with the dentist to meet the oral health needs of the patient. Provide a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment. Handles a variety of clinical duties for dental office operations. These duties range in complexity and skill, and all aspects of the job require an exceptional level of customer service skills and a strong commitment to working well with patients, doctors, dental assistants, and other dental office team members. Job Responsibilities: -GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy equipment operation may be required. -Provide oral hygiene dental treatment and oral hygiene care and education in accordance with guidelines approved, issued, and regulated by the state in which they work. -Apply fluoride and protective sealants. Removal of calculus, stain and plaque from above and below the gum line. -Provide nutritional counseling and self-care programs to prevent disease. -Record and review patient medical histories. -Uphold office policy including HIPAA & OSHA. -Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. -Order and keep track of inventory as needed. -Other duties as assigned. Work Environment: -This job operates in a medical/clinical environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, x-rays, and phones. -This job operates in a well-lighted, sterile environment. Employees must wear gloves, masks, protective eye wear, and clothing to protect themselves and their patients from infectious disease. Physical Demands: -The employee frequently is required to talk and hear; stand and/or sit for long periods of time; walk; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. -While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to blood and blood-borne pathogens and/or physical risks, which will require OSHA training. Job Summary: Work together with the dentist to meet the oral health needs of the patient. Provide a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment. Handles a variety of clinical duties for dental office operations. These duties range in complexity and skill, and all aspects of the job require an exceptional level of customer service skills and a strong commitment to working well with patients, doctors, dental assistants, and other dental office team members. Job Responsibilities: -GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy equipment operation may be required. -Provide oral hygiene dental treatment and oral hygiene care and education in accordance with guidelines approved, issued, and regulated by the state in which they work. -Apply fluoride and protective sealants. Removal of calculus, stain and plaque from above and below the gum line. -Provide nutritional counseling and self-care programs to prevent disease. -Record and review patient medical histories. -Uphold office policy including HIPAA & OSHA. -Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. -Order and keep track of inventory as needed. -Other duties as assigned. Work Environment: -This job operates in a medical/clinical environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, x-rays, and phones. -This job operates in a well-lighted, sterile environment. Employees must wear gloves, masks, protective eye wear, and clothing to protect themselves and their patients from infectious disease. Physical Demands: -The employee frequently is required to talk and hear; stand and/or sit for long periods of time; walk; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. -While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to blood and blood-borne pathogens and/or physical risks, which will require OSHA training.
Skills: Required Skills & Experience: -One (1) year of hands-on experience as a hygienist. -GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy equipment operation experience. -Strong verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Skills & Experience: -N/A Required Skills & Experience: -One (1) year of hands-on experience as a hygienist. -GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy equipment operation experience. -Strong verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Skills & Experience: -N/A
Education: Required Education: -High school diploma or equivalent. -Graduation from an accredited Dental Hygiene school. Preferred Education: -N/A Required Certifications & Licensure: -Hold a current state issued Dental Hygiene license. -CPR certification. -X-ray training or certification. Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -N/A Required Education: -High school diploma or equivalent. -Graduation from an accredited Dental Hygiene school. Preferred Education: -N/A Required Certifications & Licensure: -Hold a current state issued Dental Hygiene license. -CPR certification. -X-ray training or certification. Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -N/A

If interested, please apply through this job post. You may send a copy of your most recent resume. If you have any questions, please feel free to call at (800) 928-5561 and ask to speak with Destiny Monday-Friday (08:30 AM - 05:00 PM PST).

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