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Travel Dental Hygienist - $2,168 per week in Columbia, TN

Cynet Health

Columbia, TN

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$2,168–$2,168
SKILLS
Anesthesiology, Autoclave, Background Investigation, CPR Certification, Cancer, Dental Hygiene, Dentistry, Documentation, Driver's License, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Medical Records, Nutrition Therapy, Patient Education, Periodontics, Preventive Medicine, Public Health, Radiography, Set Goals, Standards of Care, Sterilization, Treatment Plan
LOCATION
Columbia, TN
POSTED
2 days ago
Job Title: Clinical Dental Hygienist Profession: Dental Hygienist Specialty: Medical Duration: 46 Shift: Regular Shift Hours per Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Experience: One year of clinical dental hygiene practice License: Currently licensed as a Registered Dental Hygienist Certifications: CPR certification Must-Have: Current driver’s license and Tennessee Bureau of Investigation background check Description: The Clinical Dental Hygienist is responsible for clinical dental hygiene duties in a public health facility. This role involves performing routine dental hygiene procedures such as prophylaxis, debridement, scaling and root planing, and local anesthesia administration. Additional tasks include fluoride varnish application, silver diamine fluoride application, and sealant placement according to department protocols. Oral cancer screenings and oral health assessments, including periodontal evaluations and screenings, are essential responsibilities. The position also requires the application of desensitizing and antimicrobial agents to treat dental sensitivity and periodontal infections. Taking dental X-rays for diagnostic purposes and maintaining cleanliness by disinfecting the operatory and sterilizing instruments after each dental treatment is vital. It involves managing and maintaining dental equipment and supplies, including autoclaves and dental unit water lines. Providing appropriate post-treatment education for patients is a key responsibility. Educating patients on proper oral hygiene practices, preventive care, and the link between oral health and overall health is essential. The Clinical Dental Hygienist ensures the accomplishment of daily productivity goals in alignment with established guidelines. This includes managing priorities and individual efficiency to meet identified goals. The role also involves documenting patient information according to standards of care. Completing patient dental health records, both electronic and paper, is required. Collaboration with dentists on treatment plans and referrals is necessary. Identifying and providing referrals for patients with urgent dental needs is part of the role. Offering guidance on tobacco cessation, nutritional counseling, and promoting oral and systemic health is important. Support for fluoridation programs and other population-wide dental health strategies is encouraged.

About the Company

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Cynet Health

Cynet Health is a TJC certified MBE and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Health Med and Health IT staffing and consulting services to countless hospitals, SNFs, clinics, labs, CROs, health & wellness centers, pharmacies, and other medical facilities across the United States. Headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, we are a certified Minority-Owned Business Enterprise and a recognized Diversity Supplier.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
WEBSITE
https://cynethealth.com/

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