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Dental HygienistNaphCare • Santa Cruz, California, USA
Dental Hygienist

Dental Hygienist

NaphCare • Santa Cruz, California, USA
23 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Overview

NaphCare is hiring a Dental Hygienist to join our team of medical professionals in the Santa Cruz County Jail in Santa Cruz CA. This position will be for 8 hours a month.

Pay range for this position is $50.35 - $53.00 / hour

As a Correctional Dental Hygienist you will work alongside correctional officers and other dental professionals to provide dental care to the incarcerated individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment where security is top priority and the days are never dull you will have a variety of duties to keep you engaged. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical and dental needs.

  • New grads are encouraged to apply - well train you in the exciting field of correctional healthcare!

Responsibilities

The Dental Hygienist is responsible for performing dental prophylaxis assessing oral health and assisting the dentist with procedures while protecting the rights dignity and health of our unique patient population. Duties and responsibilities may include and not be limited to :

  • Cleaning teeth removing tartar and plaque applying fluoride and taking x-rays.
  • Assisting the dentist with patient care instruments supplies documentation and supporting the function of the dental department
  • Sterilizing and disinfecting equipment and tools
  • Assisting in triage dental sick call requests scheduling appointments managing patient records and performing other administrative tasks
  • Explaining dental procedures and oral hygiene practices to patients
  • Taking and developing x-rays assisting with dental laboratory function
  • Complete periodontal charting and obtain other diagnostic records on patients
  • Perform facial and oral tissue and oral cancer screenings during exams
  • Provide thorough individualized oral hygiene instructions and / or other post-operative instructions to patients
  • Monitor oral hygiene and periodontal conditions on each patient
  • Use all functions and applications of TechCare relevant to document dental hygiene services within the patient record
  • Qualifications

    New grads are encouraged to apply!

    Requirements / Qualifications

  • Completion of an accredited dental hygiene program
  • Valid dental hygiene license in state
  • Dental radiology certification is required
  • Must possess an active BLS / CPR Certification (AHA preferred)

  • Strong oral hygiene knowledge excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a correctional environment
  • Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and / or confidential information
  • Display integrity professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies procedures and legal requirements
  • Must pass the facilitys criminal background check and drug screening
  • Physical Capabilities :

    Must have the ability to stand for long periods lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds) bend squat reach push pull walk significant distances and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

    Why Join NaphCare

    NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare now may be the addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits we strongly support career advancement within the company.

    NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include :

  • Health dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
  • Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan beginning day one!
  • Lowest Cost Benefits!
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
  • 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Referral bonuses
  • Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
  • Generous paid time off & paid holidays
  • Free continuing education and CMEs
  • If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare apply directly to the position to initiate the application process and Ill be in touch.

    Equal Opportunity Employer : disability / veteran

    Want a better idea of what its like to work in a jail See what our LPNs do :

    NaphCare - Life as an LPN - YouTube

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    Key Skills

    EMR Systems,Dentrix,Communication skills,HIPAA,Computer Skills,Infection Control Training,Chairside Assisting,Dental Office Experience,OSHA,Medical Imaging,Outside Sales,Eaglesoft

    Employment Type : Part-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Hourly Salary Salary : 50 - 53

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