Dental Hygienist DH
Dental Hygienist DH
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Job Description
GiaCare Inc. in anticipation of a future government contract award is currently accepting applications for experienced civilian Dental Hygienists to work alongside the federal government in support of the 355th Medical Group at DavisMonthan Air Force Base (Tucson Arizona).
Successful completion of a dental hygiene program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) of the American Dental Association (ADA).
Qualifications
- Degree/Education: Associates Degree or Bachelors Degree depending on the program. Successful completion of a dental hygiene program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) of the American Dental Association (ADA).
- Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) and Certified in radiography.
- Experience: As required to meet clinical competency requirements specified in the Servicespecific credentialing instructions.
- Board Certification: N/A
- Licensure/Registration: Current full active and unrestricted license as a Dental Hygienist.
Duties
- Examine patients oral cavity to include mouth throat and pharynx and record conditions of teeth and surrounding tissues. Refer patients to dentist who have abnormalities to include cavities defective fillings suspicious growths or periodontal disease.
- Apply desensitizing and other topical agents to treat abnormalities to include caries prevention gingivitis and oral ulceration.
- Instruct patients individually and in groups in proper oral hygiene care using materials to include teeth models displays slides toothbrushes dental floss disclosing tablets and mirrors. Demonstrate proper techniques of brushing flossing and use of necessary periodontal aids. Explain the common causes of tooth decay and its relationship to general diet.
- Chair side dental assisting when directed by the OfficerInCharge of the dental clinic.
- Record patients treated. Check and maintain instruments to insure working condition. Clean sharpen and sterilize
- Patient Workload Readiness and Scheduling. Utilizes the Corporate Dental Application to enter patient specific workload and readiness status and also for patient scheduling.
- Take impressions and construct sports/safety mouth guards and soft night guards for vital bleaching.
Polish restorations and apply pit and fissure sealants.
As a GiaCare employee you may enjoy the following benefits:
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- ShortTerm Disability Insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401k (Nonmatching)
- Referral Program
- A wide variety of employee discounts
*GiaCare is an equal opportunity employer*
Employment Type
Full-Time
