DENTAL HYGENIST Position Available In Miami-Dade, Florida

DENTAL HYGENIST 3.0 3.0

out of 5 stars Miami, FL 33137 The Dental Hygienist is responsible for delivering direct dental care and associated services to patients under the clinical supervision of the dentist and the Medical Director. They will utilize established dental hygiene protocol and procedures.

Essential Job Responsibilities Administrative Duties:

Records, prepares and maintains patients chart information into NextGen, Provide Enterprise and other data system and/or patient’s records as required. Ensures patient documentation is fully completed. Ensures procedures are recorded accurately on superbills/billing sheets, patient record (hardcopy and electronic-NextGen, Provide Enterprise) for proper payment.

Clinical Duties:

Delivers direct dental care to patients as assigned. Assesses patient’s dental conditions and needs by reviewing medical/dental history. Records and reports pertinent observations as it relates to patient’s oral healthcare. Records dental history or chief complaint in agency data system (i.e. NextGen, Provide Enterprise). Assists with taking and recording patient’s vitals at every visit. Performs various dental procedures (i.e. prophylaxis, radiographs, topical anesthesia, topical fluoride treatment application, placement of pit and tissue sealants, placement of periodontal dressings, removal of periodontal dressings, and suture removal). Prepares (makes) impression of patients’ teeth for study casts when required. Assists the dentist with discharge planning of patients. Performs scaling and root planning, soft tissue curettage and study case impressions. Assists with the the development and implementation of individualized dental care plans, Provides and documents patient education (i.e. oral health, smoking cessation and nutrition). Assists dentist in performing special test, procedures and complex treatments. Performs periodontal probing on patients as needed. Performs anesthetic injections if licensed to do so.

Quality Assurance/Compliance Duties:

Ensures that dental operations fully comply with Health Center and HIPAA requirements. Participates in quality assurance activities for compliance. Ensures that online trainings are current as required (UltiPro and other trainings). Participates in Health Center developmental activities as requested. Other duties as assigned.

Culture of Service:

3 C’s Compassion Greets internal or external customers (i.e. patient, client, staff, vendor) with courtesy, making eye contact, responding with a proper tone and nonverbal language. Listens to the internal or external customer (i.e. patient, client, staff, vendor) attentively, reassuring and understanding of the request and providing appropriate options or resolutions. Competency Provides services required by following established protocols and when needed, procure additional help to answer questions to ensure appropriate services are delivered Commitment Takes initiative and anticipates internal or external customer needs by engaging them in the process and following up as needed Prioritize internal or external customer (i.e. patient, client, staff, vendor) requests to ensure the prompt and effective response is provided Safety Ensures proper handwashing according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines. Understands and appropriately acts upon the assigned role in Emergency Code System. Understands and performs assigned roles in the organization’s Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP). Contact Responsibility The responsibility for internal and external contacts is frequent and important. Physical Requirements This work requires the following physical activities: constant sitting, standing, talking in person, talking on the phone, hearing/ visual acuity and exposure to blood borne pathogens. Frequent walking and occasional bending, stretching and reaching may be required. Work is performed in office and medical settings. Other Participates in health center developmental activities as requested. Other duties as assigned. Experience Preferred 2 year(s): At least two years of experience in clinical work are required. Work with HIV-infected persons a plus. Education Preferred Bachelors or better in Other Licenses & Certifications Required Professional License CPR Skills Required Achievement Caring Checking for Accuracy Collaboration Comforting Commitment Compassion Conceptual Thinking Conflict Resolution Constructive Criticism Continuous Learning Cooperation Coordination Courteous Critical thinking Customer Service Documentation Integrity Interpersonal Skills Microsoft Office Multitasking Patience Planning & Organizing Problem solving Quick Thinking Self-motivation Telephone Verbal Communication Written Communication Preferred Bilingual (English-Spanish) Bilingual (English-Creole)

Behaviors Preferred Team Player:

Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented:

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated:

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations Preferred Peer Recognition:

Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers

Growth Opportunities:

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Goal Completion:

Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks Ability to Make an

Impact:

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.