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Dental Hygienist

Summit County Public Health

#Dental Hygienist #Healthcare #Safety Protocols #Infection Control #Public Health #Patient Education #Preventive Care #Dental Clinic #Sterilization

Quick overview

The Dental Hygienist provides preventive oral care, including cleanings, screenings, and fluoride treatments, under the supervision of a dentist. They are also responsible for educating patients, maintaining clinical equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety and infection control protocols.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold a current state dental hygiene license and radiography certification. A minimum of one year of experience and familiarity with Dentrix software are preferred.

professional certificateCommunicationSterilizationProblem-solvingScalingRadiographsSealantsInfection controlProphylaxisRoot planingOral health educationDentrix softwarePatient documentationDental hygieneFluoride treatmentsPeriodontal evaluationsOral cancer screenings

Job description

Looking to make a positive difference in your community while building a rewarding public health career?
Join Summit County Public Health!
We're proud of our commitment to both the communities we serve and the employees who make our work possible.
Our staff has recognized us as a certified Great Place to Work®-and we invite you to be part of our mission to create a healthful environment and ensure the accessibility of health services to all.
Summit County Public Health is looking for a Dental Hygienist to work in our Dental Clinic Monday through Friday.
The position offers part-time to full time hours, working 21-35 hours per week.
The Dental Hygienist provides preventive oral care under the supervision of a dentist, performing services such as prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, radiographs, fluoride treatments, and sealants.
The role includes educating patients and caregivers, conducting screenings for oral diseases, documenting care, and maintaining treatment rooms, equipment, and supplies in compliance with safety and infection control protocols.
Key Responsbilities: Provide dental hygiene services including cleanings, scaling, root planing, radiographs, fluoride treatments, and sealants.
Educate patients and caregivers on oral health practices and disease prevention.
Prepare and maintain treatment rooms, equipment, and supplies according to protocols.
Conduct oral health assessments, including oral cancer screenings and periodontal evaluations.
Apply preventive treatments such as fluoride and cavity-preventing agents.
Document patient histories, vital signs, and dental records accurately.
Ensure compliance with infection control, sterilization, and safety procedures.
Maintain dental supplies inventory and complete weekly sterilization monitoring.
Follow practice protocols related to quality assurance, charting, referrals, and emergency procedures.
Participate in meetings, in-service trainings, and continuing education.
Demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills while working with diverse populations.
Support public health initiatives, comply with agency/state regulations, and remain available for emergency response as needed.

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