Dental Hygienist
Company: Milwaukee Health Services, Inc
Location: Milwaukee
Posted on: October 29, 2024
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Job Description:
Performs moderately complex dental hygienist work. Work involves
cleaning, scaling, and polishing teeth; and conducting educational
programs for the prevention under the control of dental disease;
Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use
of initiative and independent judgment. Provide services to the
clinic's patients in accordance with the general policies and
standards of performance established by the clinic.
POSITION-SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES &
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide treatment room for patient by adhering to prescribed
procedures and protocols. Develop prevention programs for patients,
provide patient education and oral hygiene instruction, reinforce
treatment plan needs for patients. Administers local anesthetic to
patients. Prepares patient for dental hygiene treatment by
welcoming, soothing, seating, and draping patient. Maintains
hygiene operatory and instrumentation for dental hygiene treatment
by sharpening, sterilizing, and selecting instruments. Selects
materials and equipment for dental hygiene visit by evaluating
patient's oral health. Completes dental prophylaxis by cleaning
deposits and stains from teeth and beneath gum margins. Detects
disease by completing oral cancer screening; feeling and visually
examining gums; using probes to locate periodontal disease and to
assess levels of recession; exposing and developing radiographic
studies. Takes x-rays, charts for exam appointments and Perio Exams
and provides chair-side assistance as needed and when requested.
May apply pit and fissure sealant to teeth to include fluoride and
varnish. Arrests dental decay by applying fluorides and other
cavity-preventing agents. Helps dentist manage dental and medical
emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drugs and
oxygen supply, and directory of emergency numbers. Educates
patients by giving oral hygiene and plaque control instructions and
postoperative instructions, providing reminders of time of next
dental hygiene visit. Documents dental hygiene services by
recording vital signs and medical and dental histories; charting in
patient records. Maintains patient confidence and protects
operations by keeping information confidential. Maintains safe and
clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and
regulations. Protects patients and employees by adhering to
infection-control policies and protocols. Ensures operation of
dental hygiene equipment by completing preventative maintenance
requirements; following manufacturer's instructions;
troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining
equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
Maintains dental hygiene supplies inventory by checking stock to
determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing
and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
Conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as
needed to accomplish job results. Maintains professional and
technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing
professional publications; establishing personal networks;
participating in professional societies. Complies with MHSI's
policies, procedures and protocols. Contributes to team effort by
accomplishing related duties as needed.POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Education: Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program,
licensed to practice in the State of Wisconsin. Experience:
Knowledge of dental disease prevention techniques; of dental
prophylaxis techniques and procedures; and of public health dental
programs. Expertise: Skill in the use of dental tools and
equipment. Ability to clean and care for human teeth; to instruct
patients in the proper care of teeth and gums; to expose, develop,
and mount X-rays; to maintain records; and to prepare concise
reports. Language: Comprehend and use basic language either written
or spoken to communicate information and ideals. Hours of Work: May
vary based on Organizational need. Travel: May vary based on
Organizational need.Job Type: Full-timePay: $30.63 - $45.94 per
hourExpected hours: 40 per weekBenefits: 401(k) 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
insuranceSchedule: Monday to Friday
License/Certification: Registered Dental Hygienist (Required)
Work Location: In person
Keywords: Milwaukee Health Services, Inc, Des Plaines , Dental Hygienist, Healthcare , Milwaukee, Illinois
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