Dental Hygienist I
Dental Hygienist I
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Job Description
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
SummaryResponsible for providing comprehensive dental care and promoting oral health to patients with the primary objective being to assess and maintain the oral health of patients educate them about proper oral hygiene practices and contribute to their overall well-being.
Does this position require Patient Care Yes
Essential Functions
-Perform comprehensive oral health assessments including reviewing medical and dental histories evaluating dental conditions and screening for oral diseases such as gum disease and oral cancer.
-Perform professional dental cleanings (prophylaxis) to remove plaque calculus and stains from teeth.
-Take dental radiographs (X-rays) and interpret images to assess dental and bone health.
-Perform periodontal assessments to evaluate the health of the gums and surrounding tissues.
-Educate patients about oral health conditions dental treatments and prevention strategies.
-Accurately document dental assessments treatment plans and procedures in patient records.
-Adhere to strict infection control protocols including proper sterilization and disinfection of dental instruments and equipment.
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EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Employment Type
Full-Time
