Dental Hygienist

Description

Valley Healthcare System provides comprehensive primary care, selected specialties, and referral services for residents of the Chattahoochee Valley, regardless of circumstances. We are a patient-centered, team-based organization that puts our community first. Our company is growing rapidly, and we are currently in search of a Dental Hygienist who shares our passion for improving lives through compassionate care.

Position Summary

The Dental Hygienist is responsible for delivering high-quality dental hygiene care to patients, including exams, prophylaxis, scaling and root planning, oral health education, and more. The ideal candidate will be patient-focused, team-oriented, and committed to helping our patients maintain their dental health across the lifespan.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Review and prepare patient charts and health histories daily.
• Collaborate with administrative staff to schedule hygiene patients efficiently.
• Perform thorough and gentle prophylaxis.
• Conduct scaling, root planning, and selective polishing.
• Accurately chart periodontal health and update dental records.
• Polish dental restorations as appropriate.
• Provide oral hygiene instruction and nutritional counseling to patients.
• Maintain cleanliness and readiness of treatment rooms and equipment.
• Manage hygiene-related supply inventory and patient education materials.
• Participate actively in team meetings and office improvement initiatives.
• Assist with the recall system and front office coordination as needed.
• Support the dentist and broader clinical team with delegated duties.
  
  

Hours of Operation

• Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Saturday 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  
  

Location

• Columbus, GA
• Talbotton, GA
  
  

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Dental Hygiene program (minimum 2 years post-secondary)
• Current Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in the state of Georgia
• Current CPR certification
• Proficient in performing prophylaxis and taking X-rays
• Prior experience in a clinical setting preferred
  
  

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative care team
• Attention to detail and strong documentation skills
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $63,733.00 and up, based on experience
• $10,000.00 Sign-On Bonus (Limited Time Offer)
• Full Benefits Package includes: 100% employer-paid Medical coverage (valued at $10,000/year), Long-term Disability coverage, and free Dental and Vision services in our clinics. Additional Dental, Vision, and Short-term disability coverage is available for purchase at a reduce cost.
  
  

Compliance & Confidentiality

• Adhere to HIPAA Privacy & Security regulations and Valley Healthcare System’s confidentiality policies
• Maintain the confidentiality of all patient records (oral, written, electronic)
• Comply with all Federal, State, and Local medical service requirements and internal policies
  
  

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting; occasional lifting of items >50 lbs.
• Normal range of motion, vision, and hearing required
• Must be able to assist or lift patients as necessary
• Regular exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, radiation, and clinical cleaning agents
• Work may require irregular hours and involves exposure to bodily fluids (position is considered at-risk for occupational exposure)