Sr Dental Hygienist Reg

Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Josephs Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC)

Ready to make a real difference Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ. a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. Were more than a hospital; were a global destination for life-changing care embracing patients with humankindness.

Here your calling will flourish. Were not just a workplace; were a community dedicated to a mission of service.
Leaders in Specialized Care:

• Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.
• Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.
• Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizonas busiest ERs providing immediate comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.

Why SJHMC

• Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people fostering professional and personal growth.
• Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.
• Join a Legacy Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation united by the power of humankindness.

As a Dental Hygienist You will provide preventive and therapeutic clinical services oral health education and referral/care coordinator services for the Dignity Health Childrens Dental Clinic and Community Screening program.

Every day you will expertly perform administrative duties quality assurance regulatory compliance professional advisement and support to the department and coordinating and instructing dental hygiene students.

To be successful you will demonstrate outstanding clinical skills strong communication abilities and a compassionate detail-oriented demeanor contributing to optimal oral health outcomes and positive patient experiences.

• Provide direct care to patients at the dental clinics as directed by Arizona Affiliated Practice Act.
  
• Provide dental hygiene care to pediatric dental clinic patients which may include dental assessment professional cleanings radiographic imaging sealants interim therapeutic restorations and fluoride application and health education.
  
• Coordinate patient care planning referral and follow-up.
  
• Maintain clinic equipment and report any issues or concerns.
  
• Assure dental instruments are in sterile condition prior to use. If sterility in question do not use instrument(s).

• Graduate of an accredited school for dental hygiene
• Five years clinical dental hygiene experience
• Bachelors Other in dental hygiene public health health promotion health science or in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working with underserved populations
• Dental Hygienist: AZ
• American Heart Association
  • Basic Life Support - (BLS/CPR)