Job Details

Part Time Status: Non-Exempt / Houly Reports to: Dentist

This position is less then 30 hours per week. It is considered Part Time with No benifits

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (This is not an exhaustive list of all duties/responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned)

* Assess and obtain clinical evidence of patient's level of periodontal health.

* Assess the patient's medical history.

* Develop appropriate diagnostic radiographs.

* Develop and manage treatment and sequence of treatment of periodontal disease for patients.

* Assist Dentist to treat chronic periodontal conditions, i.e.: periodontal disease, gingivitis, ANUG, and acute periodontal abscess.

* Assist with mechanical and ultrasonic instrumentation (scaling and root-planning removal of calculus), supra-gingival removal of plaque and coronal polishing.

* Use fluorides and other medicaments as necessary.

* Assist Dentist to identify special patient needs, such as adjunctive antibiotics, rinses, or hygiene aids.

* Educate patients in all aspects of oral hygiene, consequences, and treatment options for periodontal disease.

* Help dental assistant to clean the exam room, stock treatment instruments and prepare materials.

* Record treatment in dental records, chart periodontal probing, and update hygiene tracking sheets

* Under supervision of dentist, may deliver appropriate local anesthesia for patient comfort.

* Under supervision of dentist, may perform expanded function duties (amalgam packing and carving, temporary fillings, alginate impressions, temporary crown cementation)

* Provide excellent customer service.

* Ability to multi-task, manage time, meet deadlines, and remain calm and professional under pressure.

* Potential for mucous membrane or skin contact exposure to blood, fluids, or tissue. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE), when appropriate, is required.

* Some exposure to hazards or physical risks (i.e., Blood, Sharps, Needles), which requires following basic safety precautions.

* Will work with blood or blood-borne pathogens and will require knowledge and understanding of OSHA protocols.

* Maintain standards of confidentiality of CC Idaho clients and records

* PHI (Protected Health Information) Compliance

* Perform all work duties and activities in compliance with CC Idaho, Joint Commission, OSHA and HIPAA regulations.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Required

* Graduate from accredited dental hygiene school

* Licensure to practice in Idaho State

* Basic computer skills

Preferred

* Two years of private practice in dental hygiene

* Ability to read, speak, and write in both English/Spanish in a business setting.

Required Physical Demands

* Is required to stand for long periods of time; must frequently walk; climb or balance, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; reach with hands and arms; grasping/holding.

* Must be able to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment

Work in an office setting; the work may be stressful; the noise level is moderate; may be exposed to electrical shock and fumes or airborne particles.