Talent.com
Dental Hygienist (Part-time, 20 hours per week)
Dental Hygienist (Part-time, 20 hours per week)Alexander Valley Healthcare • Cloverdale, CA, US
Dental Hygienist (Part-time, 20 hours per week)

Dental Hygienist (Part-time, 20 hours per week)

Alexander Valley Healthcare • Cloverdale, CA, US
job_description.job_card.30_days_ago
serp_jobs.job_preview.job_type
  • serp_jobs.job_card.part_time
  • serp_jobs.filters_job_card.quick_apply
job_description.job_card.job_description

Job Summary :   Under the supervision of the Dentist, the Dental Hygienist provides comprehensive periodontal care.

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Educates patients regarding dental procedures, home care and post-op instructions.
  • Monitors and reinforces instrument sterilization and operatory disinfection and barrier control.
  • Documents procedures in patient EHR.  Reviews patient’s health histories.
  • Provides comprehensive periodontal care to patients including scaling, root planning, prophylaxis and education.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education / Licensing / Training :

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent.
  • Satisfactory completion of accredited RDH program.
  • Registered dental hygienist license and x-ray certification / license.
  • Current CPR certification.

    • Knowledge, Skills and Experience :

  • Ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language.
  • Sensitivity to the needs and situations of a multi-cultural, low-income population and a desire to work with this population.
  • Basic computer skills and familiarity with front office procedures preferred.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with variables.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral diagram, or schedule form.
  • Ability to work well with a multidisciplinary team.
  • Ability to problem solve and be self-motivated with an acute attention to detail.
  • One year experience in dental office or health center, preferred.
  • Must comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and AVH policies.
  • Must have excellent written, oral, organizational, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

    • Personal / Relationships / Behavior :

  • Displays cheerful demeanor and makes positive comments when on duty.
  • Refrains from participation in harmful gossip, dysfunctional group interactions, and divisive behavior.
  • Displays courteous and professional behavior in all interactions with the public.
  • Works cooperatively with other staff members.
  • Displays flexibility in accepting, changing, or carrying out assignments.
  • Adheres to dress code expectations, including fragrance-free requirements.
  • Displays sensitivity in a multicultural environment.
  • Maintain patient and organizational confidentiality.

    • Physical Demands :

  • Standing / Walking : Up to 90% of the workday consists of stand / walking on tile and cement floors while performing duties.
  • Sitting : Up to 20% of the workday may be spent sitting answering the telephone, calling out prescriptions and referrals.
  • Lifting : Lifting may include up to 25lbs. in moving equipment or assisting disabled patients. 5% of the day involves lifting requiring a full range of motion.
  • Carrying : Up to 25% of the day may include carrying objects weighting up to 10lbs., this may include carrying charts and equipment, and newborn babies for procedures.
  • Pushing / Pulling : Up to 5% of the day may require pushing or pulling equipment, drawers, carts, and exam table stirrups.
  • Climbing : No more than 1% of the time may include climbing one flight of stairs.
  • Balancing : Up to 1% of the time may be required to use a footstool in retrieving supplies.
  • Stooping / Kneeling : Up to 5% of the workday is spent stooping or kneeling to open drawers and gathering equipment.
  • Bending : Up to 25% of the workday may be spent in bending at the waist picking up charts and supplies.
  • Reaching / Stretching : Up to 3% of the time may require or stretching to retrieve equipment or medications on shelves.
  • Handling : Hand and wrist movement is required 50% of the workday in holding charts and supplies.
  • Fingering : Up to 50% of the workday involves writing in the chart, receiving and sending messages.
  • Feeling : Normal tactile feeling is required to perform all job duties, including taking pulses.
  • Twisting : Up to 5% of the day may be required in retrieving supplies or equipment.
  • Talking : Average ability and fluency in English is required in communicating with patients, staff, and outside agencies, such as pharmacies and physicians’ offices.
  • Hearing : Average ability is required in answering the telephone and performing all job duties (particularly taking blood pressures and using a stethoscope).
  • Seeing : Average ability is required to read and follow instructions and assisting patients.

    • Benefits

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with matching
  • Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Day, and Holiday packages
  • Flexible Spending Account Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life / ADD insurance policy
  • Long Term Disability Insurance
    • serp_jobs.job_alerts.create_a_job

    Dental Hygienist • Cloverdale, CA, US