Dental Hygienist - MISSOURI HIGHLANDS HEALTH CARE - West Fargo, ND

POSITION IDENTIFICATION
The Dental Hygienist is licensed to practice in the state of Missouri. He/she may work under general supervision, direct supervision, and indirect supervision with the supervising Dentist responsible for patient care. All employed Dental Hygienist will be ultimately responsible to the Chief Operations Officer.
RESPONSIBILIES
The Dental Hygienist, may provide the following treatment:
Under General Supervision

Scale and polish teeth (prophylaxis).
Apply dental sealants.
Periodontal scaling and root planning, debridement, and curettage (without local anesthesia).Nonsurgical periodontal procedures.
Obtain radiographs as prescribed by the Dentist.
Provide tele-dentistry services when necessary.

Indirect Supervision

Administer nitrous oxide analgesia.
Administer local anesthesia.
All procedures allowed under general supervision.

Direct Supervision
Based on Missouri recognized certification(s) held in good standing by any Dental Hygienist, additional duties may be assigned according to supervision rules dictated by the Missouri State Dental Board Rules and Statues.

Restorative I Certification
Restorative II Certification:
Fixed Prosthodontics:
Removable Prosthodontics:
Orthodontics:
All procedures allowed under general and indirect supervision.

Additional Responsibilities

Assess dental conditions and needs of patients using patient screening procedures, including medical history review, dental charting, and periodontal charting.
Deliver direct patient care using established dental hygiene procedures.
Make impressions of patients’ teeth for study cast.
Record keeping.
Document patient dental history and chief complaint.
Record and report pertinent observations and patient reactions to dental staff.
Document lab procedures and ensure follow up on results.
Teach patients how to prevent tooth decay and gum disease through proper diet and oral homecare.
Clean and sterilize instruments.
Dental outreach- participate when required in out of the office programs during dental outreach events.
Take vital signs.
Perform other duties, as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
Possess the amount of training and/or degree from an accredited school of Dental Hygiene.

Pass a clinical exam and national exam administered by the American Dental Association’s Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations.
Active Missouri licensure.
BLS - Basic Life Support
Must be motivated to serve the needs of patients and perform services to benefit people and Missouri Highlands Health Care.
Must possess and utilize tact and patience.
Must possess a clean and neat professional appearance as well as good hygiene habits.

Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:

401(k) matching
Health insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

Experience:

Dental: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Registered Dental Hygienist License (Required)
BLS Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

Doniphan, MO: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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