Dental Hygienist

Overview

• Serve as a Dental Hygienist at a reputable dental school, providing essential preventative oral health care services.
• Deliver clinical, educational, and therapeutic services to promote optimal oral health for patients.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene strategies, treatment plans, and preventative care practices.
• Perform dental cleanings, scaling, root planning, and administer therapeutic agents and local anesthesia.
• Adhere to OSHA standards for infection control and universal precautions to ensure patient safety.
• Conduct oral cancer screenings, perio assessments, and chart dental findings accurately.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA regulations and patient privacy policies.
• Ensure operatory and instrument sterilization before and after each patient interaction.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Provide dental education by reviewing home care and oral hygiene instructions with patients.
• Expose radiographs and perform dental cleanings, scaling, and root planning procedures.
• Administer local anesthesia and therapeutic agents as required during treatments.
• Inspect and sterilize instruments, ensuring adherence to infection control protocols.
• Collect and update patient medical history, identifying contraindications and obtaining medical clearances.
• Perform oral cancer screenings and periodontal assessments, documenting findings accurately.
• Set up and break down operatories and treatment bays before and after patient appointments.
• Ensure compliance with state licensure requirements and maintain certifications throughout employment.

Job Requirements

• Vocational, Technical, or Associate’s Degree in Dental Hygiene.
• Licensure as a Dental Hygienist in the state of Massachusetts.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in dental hygiene practices.
• Proficiency in conducting oral cancer screenings and periodontal assessments.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards and infection control protocols.
• Ability to educate patients on oral hygiene strategies and nutritional counseling.
• Proof of immunity for specified diseases and recent tuberculosis skin test results.
• Strong commitment to patient privacy and adherence to HIPAA regulations.