Dental Hygienist

Dental Hygienist

Job Description:

• Perform moderately complex dental hygienist work
• Clean, scale, and polish teeth
• Conduct educational programs for the prevention of dental diseases
• Provide services to clinic patients according to established policies and standards
• Administer local anesthetic to patients
• Prepare patients for dental hygiene treatment by welcoming, soothing, seating, and draping them
• Maintain hygiene operatory and instrumentation by sharpening, sterilizing, and selecting instruments
• Select materials and equipment by evaluating patients' oral health
• Complete dental prophylaxis by cleaning deposits and stains from teeth and beneath gum margins
• Detect disease through oral cancer screening and periodontal assessments
• Take x-rays and provide chair-side assistance as needed
• Apply pit and fissure sealant, fluoride, and varnish
• Arrest dental decay by applying cavity-preventing agents
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative care
• Document dental hygiene services by recording vital signs and medical and dental histories
• Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential
• Ensure a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies

Requirements:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program, licensed to practice in the State of Wisconsin
• Experience: Knowledge of dental disease prevention techniques and public health dental programs
• Expertise: Skill in using dental tools and equipment, ability to clean and care for human teeth, expose and develop X-rays, and maintain records
• Language: Basic comprehension and use of written or spoken language to communicate information and ideas
• Hours of Work: May vary based on organizational need
• Travel: May vary based on organizational need
• License/Certification: Registered Dental Hygienist (Required)

Professional Development:

• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and participating in professional societies

Benefits:

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Full-time
• Expected hours: 40 per week

Salary:

• Pay: $30.63 - $52.00 per hour

Additional Information:

• People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
• Work Location: In person