Hygiene Coordinator

Job Summary 

Under supervision of a qualified dentist in a dental office, dental hygienist assess patient needs and plans/delivers direct dental care and associated services to patients.

  ***Coverage needed for the following days***

4/25/2107, 4/26/2017, 5/2/2017, 5/9/2017, 5/10/2017, 5/16/2017

Essential Functions:

This list provides the primary duties and responsibilities for the position and does not reflect all duties and responsibilities that the incumbent will be expected to perform.  These duties and responsibilities may change periodically based on the needs of the organization and the team. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Address patient needs
• Asses hard and soft tissues
• Provide patient education related to oral hygiene
• Reinforce treatment plan needs for patient
• Participate in the dental treatment of patients by performing dental prophylaxis, root planning, sealants placement, application of topical fluorides, examination of teeth, and assisting the dentist with procedures as required
• Take radiographs
• Preform charting on patient needs; present problems, medical and dental history, perio and tooth charting; review health history each visit
• Post completed procedures in dental software program
• Clean hygiene room, sterilize instruments, and prepare hygiene room for patients
• Attend office training and meetings as needed
• Assist other team members as time allows
• Any other duties that may be assigned

Competencies:

• Technical Capacity
• Personal effectiveness/Credibility
• Thoroughness
• Collaboration Skills
• Flexibility/adaptability
• Ability to work required hours
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Professional demeanor

 Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

·         RDH license  

·         Knowledge of and ability to comply with OSHA, state health administration and HIPAA regulations

·         Current certification in CPR

·         One year of related experience

·         Working knowledge of Eaglesoft/Dentrix practice management software

Smiles Dental Culture and Values:

• Alignment with and support of Smiles mission, vision and values is non-negotiable. 

Work Environment:

This job operates in an interior medical/clinical environment that involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.