Dental Hygienist - Wexford Health Sources, Inc. - Berlin, NH

POSITION: Dental Hygienist SCHEDULE: Part Time - 1 day per 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 23996

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