Registered Dental Hygienist - Dentex Strategies LLC - Mexico, MO

Overview Our client is seeking full-time, Dental Hygienists in the Mid-Missouri region, of Montgomery City & Mexico, who would be primarily responsible for direct provision of oral hygiene, periodontal and appropriate preventive services to dental patients of the center. This may also include providing tele dentistry services, providing dental health education to individuals and groups. Must be cognizant of the public health, social and economic factors which impact overall health. Work is performed under the general supervision of the dental director. Responsibilities Personal compliance with all applicable federal, state, local and center rules, regulations, protocols and procedures governing the practice of dental hygiene and the clinical provision of dental hygiene services as well as those relating to, but not limited to, personnel issues, workplace safety, public health and confidentiality Provide clinical oral hygiene services including dental prophylaxis, scaling, sealant application and fluoride application consistent with accepted professional practices and standards and in compliance with applicable state law and the center’s clinical protocols Obtain baseline oral hygiene assessment data based upon accepted principles of oral hygiene and periodontal care. Assist in the oral health management of all clinic patients Perform independent procedures as delegated and directed by a dentist in accordance with state regulations and law as well as Dental Department protocol and directives Record patient-hygienist transactions in the patient’s dental record as they occur to ensure the dental record accurately and completely reflects the nature of the contact, the condition of the patient, and the care or treatment provided Provide oral health education and appropriate individual counseling for all center dental patients. Organize and perform preventive oral health presentations at on-site and off-site locations Provide technical assistance and health education in the community as requested Integrate appropriate patient dental hygiene care with other health care professionals involved in the patient’s health care management Participate in the PI program of the Dental Department of the center Assist in the maintenance of all Dental Department areas in compliance with Dental Department directive and policies as well as center policies and procedures related to infection control, exposure control and safety issues Ensure the proper disposal of all contaminated or potentially contaminated materials in accordance with Dental Department directive and center policy as well as state and federal regulations(s). Assure compliance with the Health Center’s Exposure Control Plan Assist with various clinical and administrative functions of the Health Center as appropriate and time permits All employees are responsible for promoting and participating in interdisciplinary communication and collaboration to enhance the quality of patient care as required in a patient centered medical home. Perform other duties as required, including travel when necessary to meet operational needs Qualifications High school diploma or GED Graduate from accredited dental hygienist program. At least one year of experience, community health center setting is preferred. Active Missouri license to practice Oral Hygiene; current first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Demonstrated understanding of dental methods and techniques. Excellent interpersonal and written communications skills required. Ability to perform assignments requiring considerable exercise of independent judgement. Competent documenting in an electronic dental record Intermediate competencies in Microsoft Office Suite and Windows Operating System Competency in dealing with people of various cultures Commitment to ACCH mission and vision Job Type: Full-time Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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