Registered Dental Hygienist

Job Description DENTAL HYGIENIST SITE OF SERVICE : NHC Oak Harbor, WA POSITION QUALIFICATION / REQUIREMENTS : Degree : Associates Degree or Bachelor's Degree depending on the program Education : Successful completion of a one of the following : o Successful completion of a dental hygiene program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) of the American Dental Association (ADA). Certification : Certified in radiography as required by 42 CFR Part 75. Cardiac Certification : Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart or American Red Cross Experience : 2 years of experience License : Healthcare providers must have one current, valid, active, and unrestricted license. U.S. Citizenship : HCWs performing under this contract shall be U.S. citizens. Language : Able to read, write, and speak English well enough to effectively communicate. Physical : Shall be physically capable of standing and / or sitting for extended periods of time and physically capable of performing all services required under the contract. DUTIES : Examine patient's oral cavity to include mouth, throat, and pharynx, and record conditions of teeth and surrounding tissues. Refer patients to dentist who have abnormalities to include cavities, defective fillings, suspicious growths, or periodontal disease. Apply desensitizing and other topical agents to treat abnormalities to include caries prevention, gingivitis and oral ulceration. Instruct patients, individually and in groups, in proper oral hygiene care using materials to include teeth models, displays, slides, toothbrushes, dental floss, disclosing tablets and mirrors. Demonstrate proper techniques of brushing, flossing, and use of necessary periodontal aids. Explain the common causes of tooth decay and its relationship to general diet. Take impressions and construct sports / safety mouth guards and soft night guards for vital bleaching. Polish restorations and apply pit and fissure sealants. Chair side dental assisting when directed by the Officer-In-Charge of the dental clinic. Record patients treated. Check and maintain instruments to insure working condition. Clean, sharpen, and sterilize instruments. Patient Workload, Readiness, and Scheduling. Utilizes the Corporate Dental Application to enter patient specific workload and readiness status and also for patient scheduling SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS / SKILLS Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Must be able and willing to reprioritize on short notice and work on multiple simultaneous projects. Flexible and able to work with various personalities. Team work skills required. Time management skills required. The ability to meet deadlines in a deadline intensive environment is essential. High level of adaptability and willingness to embrace change in a fast-paced, demanding environment. LUKE is an Equal Opportunity employer. Links : To learn more about LUKE, please visit our website at :