Dental Hygiene Therapist

Req : 2810

Under general, indirect or direct supervision where applicable of a Dentist in a practice setting, the Dental Therapist provides preventative, restorative and other educational, clinical and therapeutic patient services as part of the dental care team. Provides care as well as assesses the patient's risk of dental disease. Utilizes established dental hygiene protocols and procedures. Follows and supports the CARE model for patient experience.

Department Other Clinical Professionals Employment Type Permanent - Full Time Location Milton-Freewater, OR Workplace type Onsite Compensation $70.00 - $76.00 / hour Key Responsibilities

Supports the overall mission of DentaQuest Care Group.

• Assesses dental conditions and risk, uses patient screening procedures, to include medical history review, dental charting, and Perio charting; takes patient vital signs as required.
• Follow all state dental practice acts to deliver direct care to patients as assigned and using established dental hygienist procedures; performs routine treatment procedures, such as cleaning, polishing, x-rays, application of sealants, fluorides and varnishes, and related procedures.
• Perform periodontal maintenance and other periodontal procedures as indicated.
• Develops and implements individualized dental care plans for patients; performs patient education and risk protocols, discharge planning, and patient / family teaching under the direction of a dentist.
• Provides chair-side assistance to dentist in the performance of special tests, procedures, and complex treatments.
• Makes impressions of patients' teeth as needed.
• Documents dental history of chief complaint; records and reports pertinent observations and patient reactions to dental team, as appropriate; documents lab procedures and ensures follow up on result.
• Assists with or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse which may occur during treatment.
• Performs patient triage and initiates patient care as appropriate for all patients.
• Assists in preparation of patient care areas, and in the patient admission, transfer, and discharge process, as required; prepares reports and assists as required with patient reception, telephone calls, and other office duties.

Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

1. Identification of conditions requiring evaluation, diagnosis or treatment of a dentist, a physician, nurse practitioner or other licensed health care provider

2. Comprehensive charting of the oral cavity

3. Exposing and evaluation of radiographic images

4. Dental prophylaxis, including sub-gingivial scaling and polishing procedures

5. Application of topical or prophylactic agents, including fluoride varnishes and pit and fissure sealants

6. Administering local anesthetic

7. Pulp vitality testing

8. Application of desensitizing medication or resin

9. Fabrication of athletic mouth guards

10. Changing of periodontal dressings

11. Simple extractions of erupted primary anterior teeth and coronal remnants of any primary teeth

12. Emergency palliative treatment of dental pain

13. Preparation and placement of direct restoration in primary and permanent teeth

14. Fabrication and placement of single-tooth temporary crowns

15. Preparation and placement of preformed crowns primary teeth

16. Indirect pulp capping on permanent teeth

17. Indirect pulp capping on primary teeth

18. Suture removal

19. Minor adjustments and repairs of removable prosthetic devices

20. Atraumatic restorative therapy and interim restorative therapy

21. Oral examination, evaluation and diagnosis of conditions within the scope of practice of the dental therapist and with the supervising dentist's authorization

22. Removal of space maintainers

23. The dispensation and oral or topical administration of : nonnarcotic analgesics, anti-inflammatories and antibiotics.

Perform the following services under Indirect Supervision of the dentist :

1. Placement of temporary restorations

2. Fabrication of soft occlusal guards

3. Tissue reconditioning and soft reline

4. Tooth reimplantation and stabilization

5. Recementing of permanent crowns

6. Pulpotomies of on primary teeth

7. Simple extractions of : Erupted posterior primary teeth, permanent teeth that have horizontal movement of greater than two millimeters or vertical movement and that have at least 50 percent periodontal bone loss

8. Brush biopsies

9. Direct pulp capping on permanent teeth

Qualifications

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Benefits

About Advantage Dental

It is not merely our mission, To Improve the Oral Health of All, that defines Advantage Dental. It is our commitment to our mission from every team member that enables us to help our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence.

We partner with patients, determining the best treatment possible to achieve long-term, healthy outcomes. Through education and compassion, we move towards prevention of oral health issues and improved overall systemic health.

Our supportive environment, dedication to our communities, and industry-leading benefits are rewarding and allow us to take pride in being part of a caring team.