OMNI FAMILY HEALTH·Bakersfield, California
Provide quality dental hygiene care, including periodontal therapies and oral health education, to patients in clinic and mobile settings. Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with HIPAA and regulatory standards.
Under the direct supervision of the Dental Quality and Outreach supervisor, the registered dental hygienist of Omni Family Health (Omni) provides quality dental care and associated services to patients under the general supervision of a dentist and using established dental hygiene procedures. Assist other staff in a variety of patient care, office and laboratory duties. Perform broad responsibilities via the mobile clinic and the community dental outreach screenings and educational activities.
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Provide direct patient care and dental services as trained, licensed, and assigned.
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Assess dental condition and needs of patient using approved patient screening procedures, including medical history review, dental charting, and periodontal charting.
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Evaluate overall oral health, examining oral cavity for signs of periodontal disease or possible cancers, including recessed & bleeding gums, and oral lesions.
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Expose, process and mount radiograph films.
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Document dental history or chief complaint; record and report pertinent observations and patient reactions to dentist, as appropriate.
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Follow through with oral hygiene procedures in accordance with treatment plans prescribed by the attending dentist.
Procedures may include: prophylaxis, periodontal scaling, root planning, debridement, supra and subgingival scaling and curettage, application of fluoride treatments, and application of protective sealants.
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Assist with or initiate emergency measures for sudden adverse developments during treatment of patients.
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Conduct dental health clinics for community groups and local schools to further support access to care.
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Help patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment.
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Educate patients in oral hygiene and dental care, including proper tooth brushing, flossing nutrition and need for professional care.
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Demonstrate commitment to the mission of the organization in promoting dental health.
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Present Omni as assigned at various public health activities or other health care entities to support the oral health access in the community.
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Interact positively with a diverse, sometimes difficult, and demanding patient population.
Provide service in a manner that is appropriate for the patient’s age; demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to meet the patient’s physical, psychosocial, educational and safety needs.
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Utilize the requisite tools, systems, technology and equipment in the collection of patient data, records management and collections.
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Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of dentistry procedures, clinic infection control procedures, cleaning and sterilization of instruments, tray setup and materials.
Responsible for maintaining abreast of and in compliance with all HIPAA regulations and requirements. 2.
Contribute to required Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Operational Site Visit (OSV), The Joint Commission, and other audit events. 7. Must be alert and respect confidentiality of information of all types “general personnel, and/or patient related information.” 8. Promotes and believes in Omni’s mission statement. 9. Ability to relate to the public regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, disability, or economic status.
1. High school diploma or equivalent. 2. Successful completion of an accredited dental hygienist program. 3. Current Registered Dental Hygienist with state licensure. 4. Current CPR and radiation safety certification. 5. Possess a valid CA driver’s license.
Responsible To: Dental Quality and Outreach Supervisor
Classification: Exempt
Part Time Only 4 days per week, 8 AM to 5 PM
Must have a high school diploma, completion of an accredited dental hygienist program, and a current state licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist. Required certifications include CPR, radiation safety, and a valid California driver's license.
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Demonstrate knowledge of established oral hygiene concepts and periodontal therapies.
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