Listing: Dentaljob.org » Dental hygienist job
Location: Elmira, NY
Posted: 03/07/10
Viewed: 107 total

Description:
Cerebral Palsy is currently in search of a dental hygienist to work all day on Fridays and per diem other days of the week on an as needed basis to offset the time off needed by our other dental hygienist. The primary coverage would be for Fridays.

RESPONSIBILITIES:



1. Under the direct supervision of the practicing Dentist, performs dental hygiene procedures assuring that all state and federal guidelines are met.

2. Provides oral health education to consumers and caregivers as per patient’s needs or dentist’s directions.

3. Performs all clinic infection control procedures as outlined in the CDC publication – Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental Health-Care Settings – 2003.

4. Performs maintenance of dental hygiene instruments and equipment as per manufacturer’s specifications.

5. Performs inventory, ordering and record keeping of dental clinic materials, equipment and supplies.

6. Accurately records all services provided, oral health education performed and take home materials provided.

7. Assists with patient calling, records filing and scheduling as needed.

8. Communicates all pertinent information to appropriate parties. Attends regular staff meetings and other meetings as requested. Maintains effective communication with dental clinic team.

9. Participates in all training activities necessary to provide comprehensive oral health care for consumers.

10. Performs such other duties as assigned by the Dentist or Director of Children’s Services.

11. Adheres to the Personnel Policy and the Policy and Procedures as approved by the Board of Directors.


Requirements

Dental Hygienist





QUALIFICATIONS:



1. Must be currently registered as a NYS Dental Hygienist. All continuing education requirements must be currently fulfilled.

2. Prefer at least one year experience as dental hygienist. Experience working with developmentally disabled consumers preferred.

3. Physical ability to perform positioning of consumers as required when performing dental hygiene duties.

4. Ability to lead in oral health education of patients and caregivers.

5. Ability to perform basic clerical duties as outlined below.

6. Willingness to work with dental clinic team in all aspects of providing comprehensive dental services.

7. Ability to provide technical expertise to paraprofessionals.



REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Dentist



STATUS: Non-exempt