We're hiring: Dental Hygienist for Denver, CO dental practice

Our Community Health Center is looking for a full-time dental hygienist to join our dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional dental care to patients of all backgrounds, including those covered without insurance and those covered by Medicaid.

As a member of our office, you will enjoy a supportive work environment where you will be responsible for delivering top-quality dental hygiene services. You will see one patient at a time, typically working with them for 60 minutes for hygiene appointments and 90 minutes for scaling and root planing (SRP). Our practice is committed to patient-centered care, allowing you to build relationships with each individual and tailor your services to their specific needs.

In addition to a fulfilling work experience, we offer competitive compensation ranging from $45 to $54 per hour, based on experience. Enjoy a flexible benefits package that includes health and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, a 403(b) retirement account, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and paid time off based on your tenure with us.

Core Duties

• Provide direct patient care and dental services as trained, licensed, and assigned. Assess dental condition and needs of patient using approved patient screening procedures, including medical history review, dental charting, and periodontal charting.
• Evaluate overall oral health, examining oral cavity for signs of periodontal disease or possible cancers, including recessed & bleeding gums, and oral lesions.
• Expose radiographs with digital imaging software.
• Document dental history or chief complaint; record and report pertinent observations and patient reactions to dentists, as appropriate.
• Demonstrate knowledge of established oral hygiene concepts and periodontal therapies. Properly diagnose patients who exhibit periodontal disease using clinical and radiographic evidence.  Subsequently, treatment plan the appropriate procedures which may include prophylaxis, periodontal scaling, root planning, debridement, supra and subgingival scaling and curettage, application of fluoride treatments, and application of protective sealants.
• Assist with or initiate emergency measures for sudden adverse developments during treatment of patients.
• Help patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment.
• Educate patients in oral hygiene and dental care, including proper tooth brushing, flossing, nutrition and need for professional care.
• Demonstrate commitment to the mission of the organization in promoting dental health.
• Interact positively with a diverse, and sometimes difficult patient population. Provide service in a manner that is appropriate for the patient’s age; and demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to meet the patient’s physical, psychosocial, educational and safety needs.
• Read, write, and maintain patient records and related administrative documentation.
• Utilize the requisite tools, systems, technology, and equipment in the collection of patient data, records management, and collections.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of dentistry procedures, clinic infection control procedures, cleaning and sterilization of instruments, tray setup and materials.