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Primary Health Care Inc
Dental Hygienist - University Dental Clinic
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A Dental Hygienist performs routine dental care, including cleaning teeth and examining patients for signs of oral diseases, and educates patients about good oral health practices. Assists dentists in more complex dental procedures. Works in dental offices under the supervision of dentists and other dental health specialists.
$73,829 / year median in Iowa
+28% projected growth
Job Description
Dental Hygienist - University Dental Clinic Primary Health Care Inc - 3.1 Des Moines, IA Job Details Full-time $27.62 - $41.42 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits License reimbursement Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Pet insurance Qualifications BLS Certification In-person customer service Patient service Registered Dental Hygienist Full Job Description Are you looking for an opportunity to do amazing work helping others? You've come to the right place. Let's make a difference! Primary Health Care (PHC) was founded in 1981 by Dr. Bery Engebretsen in Des Moines, IA. Our mission has remained unchanged since that time, to provide healthcare and supportive services to all, regardless of insurance, immigration status, or ability to pay. Based on the needs of the communities we serve, PHC offers a spectrum of medical and dental services including family practice, behavioral health, HIV care and services, and pharmacy. PHC's Homeless Support Services is the entry point for serving people experiencing homelessness in Polk County. Enabling services are available to help patients with benefits enrollment, case management, transportation, translation, and patient education. We currently have locations in Ames, Des Moines, & Marshalltown. As a Dental Hygienist you will be responsible for providing patient care under the direction of the staff Dentists and in accordance with the Iowa Dental Practice Act and the rules and regulations of the Iowa Board of Dental Examiners. You will support organizational success by following assigned workflows to support patient and staff satisfaction, as well as financial success for the clinic. What's Great About This Position? Use your dental hygiene skills to help underserved patients get the dental care they need and improve health equity. Be part of a compassionate, professional team in a patient-focused dental clinic. Enjoy work-life balance with a 4 day work week. Clinic hours are Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5 PM. Schedule will typically include one weekday off. Work in a collaborative and educational environment for staff and patients. What You Will Be Doing Delivers comprehensive dental hygiene services to patients with diverse backgrounds; develops modalities of dental hygiene therapy to enable medically, mentally and otherwise compromised patients to receive dental hygiene services and completes dental x-rays in accordance with regulations. Assesses patients presenting to the dental clinic for preventive services and completes diagnostic procedures as directed by the supervising dentist. Assists dentists at chair side and with business office procedures as needed. Educates patients and families regarding assessment data, treatment plan, pre- and post-therapy instructions, and prevention of future disease, in accordance with patient's age, educational level, physical and mental condition, and cultural background. Assists with cleaning, disinfection and sterilization of instruments; cleans and disinfects dental hygiene operatory and equipment; sharpens dental hygiene instruments as needed. Follows PHC policies and procedures to minimize risk of radiation exposure to employees and patients. Maintains and completes dental hygiene patient records. Assists the Program Director with development and implementation of the dental community outreach program. Develops and maintains patient education material for use at chair side and for office display. Attends continuing education programs as required by license and to maintain skills. Attends scheduled departmental meetings and in-service programs, as requested. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications You Will Bring Graduate of accredited dental hygiene program. Organization and time management skills. Customer service orientation with strong interpersonal skills.