Dental Hygienist

Now hiring a qualified Dental Hygienists in Portland, OR!

Travel Pay :

Up to $2582.00 / week working 40 hours

The breakdown :

• $1582.00 weekly untaxed per diem
• $25.00 / hour
• $90.00 / hour overtime

Weekly direct deposit

Benefits available : Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K

Essential Job Functions :

• Provide clinical dental hygiene services, including prophylaxis, debridement, scaling and root planing, complete periodontal charting and periodontal treatment, as well as administer topical and local anesthetic, expose and mount dental radiographs, place dental sealants, apply fluoride varnish, evaluate and record blood pressure, review and sign paper medical history and proper chart documentation.
• Address dental anxiety according to patients’ needs including but not limited to the administration of nitrous oxide when appropriate.
• Educate patients on preventive dental actions that improve dental and overall health of patient, to include practical and physical demonstration of best brushing and cleaning methods, new techniques or products that help for better cleaning and maintenance of teeth and mouth health, and provide written materials as an avenue to reinforce best oral health techniques.
• Demonstrate and teach oral hygiene methods and develop individual prevention plan for each client that considers the patient’s physical, mental and emotional skills and / or limitations.
• Provide triage for emergencies to improve patient flow and respond to emergency situations of patients in clinic or presenting for services.
• Consult with dentists for patient care and complex medical history or in-person needs. Consult for referrals for specialized care or services beyond those provided in clinics or at another County location.
• Coordinate with Dental Scheduler on needed treatment and scheduling of appointment(s), etc. Dental hygienists may provide guidance to dental / hygiene students.

Timeline and Schedule :

• Now hiring for a 10 / 7 or 10 / 14 start date
• 26-week direct contract with a high potential to extend
• Quick feedback and expedited credentialing process with in-house experts
• 40 hours per week
• Flexible Scheduling : Monday-Friday, 8-hr shifts between the hours of 7 : 30a 6 : 30p.

Dental Hygienist Qualifications :

• Active OR State RHD License
• AHA - BLS
• 2+ years of RDH experience preferred
• EPIC Wisdom experience
• Previous FQHC experience or familiarity with an FQHC's mission

Apply now for more information and next steps!

About AB Staffing Solutions :

AB Staffing Solutions LLC is a nationwide leader in travel nurse and Healthcare Staffing. ABSS is accredited and certified by The Joint Commission and has been providing strategic healthcare solutions since 2002.

We have earned the place as a travel nurse jobs industry leader placing all Healthcare specialties across the nation and have been recognized by Inc.

5000 as one of America’s fastest-growing private companies year over year. AB Staffing has been ranked as the Top Healthcare Staffing Company on the Forbes list of America’s Best Professional Recruiting Firms.