Dental Hygienist

Education/Certificates/Licenses

• Required Associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited dental hygiene program Current Montana dental hygienist license
• BLS certificate
• Valid driver’s license
• Experience: Preferred Two (2) years of experience as a dental hygienist
• Essential
• JOB
• Functions
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• RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Achieves organizational expectations for quality of dental hygiene care provided, maintaining knowledge of dental hygiene best practices and standards of care. Performs dental hygiene services at One Health service site including scaling & root planning, full mouth scaling, periodontal maintenance, and prophylaxis which involve subgingival & supragingival curettage and coronal polishing with or without the administration of local anesthetic. Takes dental radiographs as prescribed by Dentist while properly handling digital radiograph sensors and/or panoramic x-ray machine. Performs yearly periodontal probing, or more frequently as warranted per patient disease level. Identifies recall interval for patient by evaluating their current periodontal/gingival health and oral hygiene. Educates patient on dental/periodontal findings/conditions and provides oral hygiene instruction. Applies topical fluoride. Maintains and updates patient charts, including health history information, vitals, and charting of present restorations and planned treatment; completes all chart documentation within 48 hours of patient visit. Maintains appropriate clinical measures while caring for panel with an average of 6 visits per shift using a patient-centered, collaborative approach. Provides exceptional customer service and models the mission of One Health when interacting with internal and external stakeholders promoting a positive image for the health center. Prepares equipment and operatory for daily procedures, including but not limited to cleaning and maintaining hygiene cassettes and trays, and infection control measures. Assists in coordinating patient flow. Assists in scheduling patients when needed. Places orders for dental supplies as directed by Dentist or Dental Director. Works with other clinical support staff in organizing and maintaining inventory, equipment and supplies. Performs weekly/monthly maintenance on dental equipment. Works as a team player, assisting other support staff as needed. Maintains cleanliness of dental clinic, including hallways and breakroom. Participates in quality improvement and risk management activities as required. Travels to other regional dental clinics to fill-in for dental hygienist absences or meetings as needed. Adheres to all One Health Policies and Procedures. Participates in performance optimization and risk management activities as required. Cooperates and abides by all elements of One Health’s Compliance Program. Provides exceptional customer service and models the mission of One Health when interacting with internal and external stakeholders promoting a positive image for the health center. Performs other duties as assigned or required with or without prior notification.

Competencies

Attention to detail/thoroughness Collaboration and teamwork Communication, verbal/written Ethical conduct/practice Flexibility, multi-tasking and prioritization skills Professionalism Self-starter, ability to work independently Sound judgement and problem-solving skills Technical proficiency Time management skills