What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist position at Wexford Health?
POSITION: Dental Hygienist
SCHEDULE: Part Time - 1 day every other week or PRN available
FACILITY: Northern NH Correctional Facility
LOCATION: Berlin, NH
ESTIMATED PAY RATE: $55/hr
**$1,000 referral bonus available**
POSITION SUMMARY
Performs technical and advisory services in oral or dental hygiene involving oral prophylaxis. Under the supervision of a dentist, may perform educational and organizational work in promoting oral hygiene.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
JOB REQUIREMENTS
LICENSING: Current New Hampshire license as a Dental Hygienist (required at start date)
CERTIFICATION: Current CPR certification (required at start date)
EDUCATION: Graduate from an accredited school of dental hygiene required
EOE/M/F/D/V
24801
SCHEDULE: Part Time - 1 day every other week or PRN available
FACILITY: Northern NH Correctional Facility
LOCATION: Berlin, NH
ESTIMATED PAY RATE: $55/hr
**$1,000 referral bonus available**
POSITION SUMMARY
Performs technical and advisory services in oral or dental hygiene involving oral prophylaxis. Under the supervision of a dentist, may perform educational and organizational work in promoting oral hygiene.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Scaling and cleaning of teeth as prescribed by Dentist.
- Assists Dentist in administering fluoride treatments and x-rays
- Curettage and polishing of teeth
- Assists Dentist in completing dental x-rays.
- Accurately records services in the medical record of the patient and classify dental conditions utilizing APHA standards.
- Screens for dental emergencies and sick call.
- Checks and maintain instruments, equipment and supplies including ordering replacements and submitting work orders.
- Instructs Dental Assistant in proper techniques and other training as directed.
- Develops oral hygiene education program for patients.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
LICENSING: Current New Hampshire license as a Dental Hygienist (required at start date)
CERTIFICATION: Current CPR certification (required at start date)
EDUCATION: Graduate from an accredited school of dental hygiene required
EOE/M/F/D/V
24801
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, 401K PlanSalary : $55