Dental Hygienist
Dental Hygienist
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Job Description
Position Overview:
Supports dental care under the guidance of the Dentist the position will encompass a range of skills including administering preventive oral services and patient education along with the coordination of dental preventatives and procedures.
Essential Duties Essential Job Functions:
Responsible for providing exceptional customer service to patients visitors and One Health Ohio support staff.
Responsible for coordinating appropriate preventative treatment modalities with the assistance of the Dentist.
Responsible for obtaining an accurate health history and updates at every visit.
Responsible for charting existing periodontal conditions in the Electronic Dental Chart.
Responsible for recording patients BP on every visit.
Responsible for providing dental prophylaxis for adults and pediatric patients.
Responsible for removing calcareous deposits above and below the gingival margin of teeth.
Responsible for providing the appropriate in-office and home fluoride regimens under the guidance of the Dentist.
Responsible for maintaining recall system and reminder postcards.
Responsible for applying sealants to teeth as directed by the Dentist.
Responsible for completing dental progress notes following preventative treatment.
Responsible for ensuring the appropriate dental instruments are available for each preventive procedure.
Responsible for maintaining a safe and clean working environment per OSHA guidelines and adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
Responsible for assisting other departments of the organization including front desk medical behavioral health and management to ensure proper workflow process.
Other Skills/Abilities:
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Present a positive and professional attitude
Planning and organizational skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook Publisher)
Ability to identify problems and to propose feasible solutions
Ability to maintain accurate records
Ability to enter and maintain data in various company software programs
Knowledge of companys policies and procedures
Knowledge of modern office equipment troubleshooting practices and procedures
Interpersonal/human relations skills
Proficient telephone skills
Time management
Attention to detail
Physical Requirements
Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time
Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction
Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm (s) for example using a keyboard.
Lifting pushing pulling up to 30 pounds
Communication skills using the spoken work
Ability to see within normal parameters
Ability to hear within normal range
Ability to move about
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Employee is able to work at any OHO locations deemed necessary by OHO.
Employment Type
Full-Time
