What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist position at Park West Health System?
POSITION SUMMARY: A dental hygienist is an oral health professional licensed to provide educational, clinical and therapeutic services to the public. A dental hygienist’s primary duties are to care for patients using an individual oral health regiment. This position has the ability to work 3-5 days/week
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Listed below are some services that are in the scope of care that a dental hygienist may be able to perform.
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Health history assessment
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Dental hygiene exam and charting of extra oral and extra oral conditions. Which include periodontal charting, dental charting and classifying occlusion
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Dental hygiene assessment and treatment planning
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Remove hard and soft deposits (Calculus, Trofilan/plagleg stain) from tooth surfaces.
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Periodontal scaling and root planning
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Administration of local anesthesia for Parx control
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Apply tooth-decay preventive agents (Fluoride, sea (Ants) to the teeth.
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Dental hygiene nutritional and dietary evaluation
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Placement of satfeogival prescription drugs for prevention and treatment of periodontal disease
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Expose, process and interpret dental x-rays
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Place and remove periodontal dressings
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Patient oral hygiene instruction to provide better health care maintenance.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform other work related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:Qualifications
Valid and active hygiene license to practice in the State of Maryland (Required)
Salary : $45 - $50