full-time 3 months ago
Registered Dental Hygienist
Blount Rural Health Center
810 South Main Street, Elkton, KY, 42220
Competitive Compensation
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Job Description
At Blount Rural Health Center, our goal is to provide the highest quality of care to our patients. The Dental Hygienist is a vital part of the team and helps to build up our patients to a greater level of confidence. A smiling face and friendly attitude are a must for this role. This job description entails the responsibilities of Dental Hygienist; however, this is not an all-inclusive list as the position requires flexibility and acceptance of other tasks as assigned.
Job Duties:
Welcomes patients by greeting with a friendly smile and great attitude
Completes screening procedures, reviewing both general and oral health
Obtains routine radiographs
Works with dentist to complete examination and prepares treatment plans
Performs oral prophylaxis and scaling/root planning
Provides community-based dental prevention education, community-based preventive activities such as group and individual education, oral hygiene instructions, teaching appropriate nutritional counseling, fluoride application, and sealant placement
Performs clinical treatment using established dental hygienist procedures
Documents conditions of decay and diseases for diagnosis and treatment by DMD
Administers local anesthetic agent, if certification is held
Performs oral cancer screenings
May perform sterilization and assures clean, sterile technique is followed
Conserves dental resources by elimination waste, adequate care of supplies and equipment
Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements by following manufactures instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment and supply inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques
Participates in meetings, providing input and suggestions
Participate in continuing education activities as required
May assist in guidance of new staff
Employee Perks:
PAID Dental and Vision Insurance
HRSA Loan Repayment Program
Assistance with KY Licensure
Eligible for loan repayment through NHSC
401K
Flexible schedule
Paid Time Off
Paid Holiday’s
NO WEEKENDS!
Friendly and welcoming environment
Job Duties:
Welcomes patients by greeting with a friendly smile and great attitude
Completes screening procedures, reviewing both general and oral health
Obtains routine radiographs
Works with dentist to complete examination and prepares treatment plans
Performs oral prophylaxis and scaling/root planning
Provides community-based dental prevention education, community-based preventive activities such as group and individual education, oral hygiene instructions, teaching appropriate nutritional counseling, fluoride application, and sealant placement
Performs clinical treatment using established dental hygienist procedures
Documents conditions of decay and diseases for diagnosis and treatment by DMD
Administers local anesthetic agent, if certification is held
Performs oral cancer screenings
May perform sterilization and assures clean, sterile technique is followed
Conserves dental resources by elimination waste, adequate care of supplies and equipment
Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements by following manufactures instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment and supply inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques
Participates in meetings, providing input and suggestions
Participate in continuing education activities as required
May assist in guidance of new staff
Employee Perks:
PAID Dental and Vision Insurance
HRSA Loan Repayment Program
Assistance with KY Licensure
Eligible for loan repayment through NHSC
401K
Flexible schedule
Paid Time Off
Paid Holiday’s
NO WEEKENDS!
Friendly and welcoming environment
About Blount Rural Health Center
Blount Rural Health Center is a community-focused dental practice dedicated to providing high-quality dental care to residents in the area. With a strong emphasis on preventive dentistry and patient education, our team strives to ensure every patient receives personalized care in a comfortable environment.
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