Job Title :
STEPS Dental Hygienist
Requisition Number : TE08445
TE08445
Department Name :
7A830 : Division of Adult Dentistry
Work Location : Lexington, KY
Lexington, KY
Salary Range : $38.00 / hour
$38.00 / hour
Type of Position : Temporary
Temporary
Position Time Status :
Full-Time
Required Education : Associate’s Degree
Associate’s Degree
Required License / Registration / Certification :
Licensed Dental Hygienist KY Registered Dental Hygienist
Physical Requirements :
Standing for long periods of time.
Shift :
Monday-Friday, Day shift
Job Summary :
The Dental Hygienist will provide periodontal therapies (Scaling and Root Planning, placement of subgingival antimicrobials) and periodontal maintenance.
Provides SRPs and takes radiographs per provider’s approval. Administration of local anesthesia and nitrous oxide analgesia.
Provide periodontal, hard, and soft tissue assessments. Provide oral hygiene instruction. Provide chart documentation. Manage patient recall system.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities :
Attention to detail, customer service, communication, good judgment, knowledge of OSHA regulations, and dependability.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
Deadline to Apply : 11 / 07 / 2024
11 / 07 / 2024
Our University Community :
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live.
In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources.
These screenings may include a national background check and / or drug screen.