REGISTERED DENTAL HYGIENIST

Under the direction of the Dental Director, this position is responsible for performing a full range of dental hygienist's duties, protocols and procedures. This position provides preventive, therapeutic and intraoral services; including, but not limited to, performing hygiene duties such as examining teeth and other oral structures, cleaning teeth. Promotes dental health by completing dental prophylaxis, scaling, root planning as needed, providing oral cancer screening and radiographic studies. Charting conditions of decay and disease. Applying sealants, topical fluoride; and performs radiological procedures without the direct supervision of a Dentist. Assist in the training of Dental Assistants and other office staff; and development and promotion of opportunities and strategies to build the practice including development of the budget for the Hygienist practice. Assist with development and implementation of policies and procedures. Support a healthy and safe work environment for all employees. Maintain facilities and equipment cleanliness and safety and report and /or correct hazard, when necessary, in compliance with all state and federal regulations, including OSHA. Ensure compliance with policies and protocols of the organization as well as State, Federal and other regulatory. Participate in Performance Management process. Provide and practice Customer Service Excellence Standards, Service Steps, and Principles are practiced daily with internal and external customers to the organization. Provide and support an environment that fosters diversity and recognizes the contribution of all individuals. Acts as a patient advocate and liaison between the patient/family and community service agencies (i.e,. schools, Department of Human Services, Health Care of Homeless, hospitals, support groups). Ensures that The Wellness Plan Medical Centers is in compliance with privacy and security regulatory requirements of the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA). Ensure compliance with The Wellness Plan Medical Centers' Affirmative Action Program. Perform other duties as needed/or as assigned. What the Registered Dental Hygienist will need: Bachelor of Applied Science Degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited college or university. Graduate of an accredited Dental Hygiene Program. Must have a valid State of Michigan Registered Dental Hygienist License. Current CPR and radiation safety certification. 5-years' experience with direct patient services, dental hygiene therapy, and knowledge of dental practices, procedures and terminology. Knowledge of principle, practice and current developments of Dental Hygiene. Experience and proper knowledge of maintaining dental devices and use of equipment. Effectively communicating verbally with diverse populations. Provide excellent customer service and manage demanding customers and patient situations. Flexible, sense of urgency, able to prioritize, organize, problem solve and work independently with minimal guidance. Analytical and critical thinker, maintain confidentiality and professional behavior at all times. Working knowledge of computers, office management practices and computer applications principles utilized in a dental practice. Strong organization and planning skills; detail oriented. Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills; work well with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certification to administer local anesthesia is preferred. Experience as a dental assistant. Experience working in an FQHC.