The Dental Hygienist provides clinical oral care and leads the community oral health screening and sealant project. Responsibilities include performing cleanings, applying preventive materials, and conducting assessments in both clinic and school settings.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be a licensed Dental Hygienist in California with a valid driver's license and personal transportation. A 4-year degree is required, and an Alternative Practice Certificate is preferred.
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Job description
Job DetailsJob Location
CMC
Waterloo
Dental -
Stockton,
CA 95205Position
Type:
Full
TimeEducation
Level: 4
Year
DegreeSalary
Range: $51.69 - $54.74 HourlyAt Community Medical Centers (CMC), we’re passionate about improving health and well-being in the communities we call home. That’s why we work to ensure even our most vulnerable neighbors have affordable access to quality healthcare, regardless of age, income, or background. We offer integrated medical, dental, behavioral health, and supportive services, with a model of care that puts the patient at the center of a team-based approach. As one of the region’s largest healthcare providers, our growing network of neighborhood health centers serves over 100,000 patients in San Joaquin and Solano counties. MISSION Working together to improve health and well-being in our communities. BENEFITS Competitive Pay Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits options for full-time employees Flexible spending account for medical expenses Dependent care Employee assistance program Life Insurance Pet Insurance Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurances 403(b) retirement saving plan with company match 10 paid sick days/12 Holidays/Vacations days vary on position In Shape Discounted Gym Membership Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
Collaborative and diverse environment
Position
SUMMARY: The Dental Hygienist works closely with the Dentist to meet the oral health needs of patients and lead the CMC Community Oral Health Screening project. The Dental Hygienist reports to the Chief Dental Officer.
Specific
DUTIES: Provide leadership in the development and implementation of CMC’s oral health screening and sealant project. Complete grant reporting requirements as needed to implement project Transport and set up mobile equipment in a school setting Travel to schools and other selected oral health screening sites Conduct assessment of oral health conditions
Identify and write up dental referrals Review of the health history Conduct assessments for oral cancer screening Enter dental procedure information into Electronic Health Records system Remove calculus and plaque (hard and soft deposits) from all surfaces of the teeth Apply preventive materials to the teeth (e.g., sealants and fluorides) Instruct patients of appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling) Counsel patients about good nutrition and its impact on oral hygiene Making impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth used by dentists to evaluate patient treatment needs) As needed take blood pressure and pulse As needed take dental x-rays
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Paid Holidays
Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Competitive Pay
Flexible Spending Account
Pet Insurance
Discounted Gym Membership
Vacation Days
Dependent Care
Paid Sick Days
Growth And Advancement Opportunities
403(b) Retirement Saving Plan With Company Match
Perform other tasks as needed
QualificationsMINIMUM
REQUIREMENTS: Licensed as a Dental Hygienist in the State of California Alternative Practice Certificate is preferred Knowledge and skills in delivering dental care to patients Valid California driver's license, proof of auto insurance, and personal transportation
Knowledge,
SKILLS,
AND
ABILITIES: Knowledge of current dental hygienist practices and procedures Knowledge of organization policies, procedures, stems, and objectives
Skill in exercising initiative, judgment, problem-solving, decision-making Skill in developing and maintaining effective relationships with medical, dental, administrative staff, patients and public
TYPICAL
Physical
DEMANDS: Requires prolonged sitting, some bending, stooping and stretching. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate dental equipment, and other office equipment. Vision must be correctable to 20/40 and hearing must be in the normal range for telephone contacts. Requires working under stress in emergency situations or during irregular hours.
TYPICAL
WORKING
CONDITIONS: Work is performed in an office environment within a clinic setting. Involves frequent contact with staff and the public. Work may be stressful at times. Contact may involve dealing with upset people. This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, skills, or duties required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of Community Medical Centers. Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties, and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the job holder’s responsibility. Community Medical Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is CMC’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all persons, regardless of age, national origin, race (including hair texture and hairstyle), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.
