Travel Dental Hygienist

Pay Rate:

$425

• 550 per 8-hour shift

Number of Positions:

1

Specialty:

Travel Dental Hygienist Start Date:

As Soon As Credentialed Travel:

All Inclusive EMR:

Cerner Schedule:

PRN/Per Diem schedule with the flexibility to pick up shifts, as well as a Monday-Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Call:

N/A Additional Details about the position Work together with the dentist to meet the oral health needs of the patient. Provide a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment. Handles a variety of clinical duties for dental office operations. These duties range in complexity and skill, and all aspects of the job require an exceptional level of customer service skills and a strong commitment to working well with patients, doctors, dental assistants, and other dental office team members.

Job Responsibilities:

• GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy equipment operation may be required.
• Provide oral hygiene dental treatment and oral hygiene care and education in accordance with guidelines approved, issued, and regulated by the state in which they work.
• Apply fluoride and protective sealants. Removal of calculus, stain and plaque from above and below the gum line.
• Provide nutritional counseling and self-care programs to prevent disease.
• Record and review patient medical histories.
• Uphold office policy including

HIPAA & OSHA.

• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Order and keep track of inventory as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

• This job operates in a medical/clinical environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, x-rays, and phones.
• This job operates in a well-lighted, sterile environment.

Employees must wear gloves, masks, protective eye wear, and clothing to protect themselves and their patients from infectious disease.

Physical Demands:

• The employee frequently is required to talk and hear; stand and/or sit for long periods of time; walk; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to blood and blood-borne pathogens and/or physical risks, which will require OSHA training.

Job Summary:

Work together with the dentist to meet the oral health needs of the patient. Provide a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment. Handles a variety of clinical duties for dental office operations. These duties range in complexity and skill, and all aspects of the job require an exceptional level of customer service skills and a strong commitment to working well with patients, doctors, dental assistants, and other dental office team members.

Job Responsibilities:

• GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy equipment operation may be required.
• Provide oral hygiene dental treatment and oral hygiene care and education in accordance with guidelines approved, issued, and regulated by the state in which they work.
• Apply fluoride and protective sealants. Removal of calculus, stain and plaque from above and below the gum line.
• Provide nutritional counseling and self-care programs to prevent disease.
• Record and review patient medical histories.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

One (1) year of hands-on experience as a hygienist. GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy equipment operation experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills (1) year of hands-on experience as a hygienist GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy equipment operation experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

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N/A CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS CPR

X-ray training or certification

LICENSURE REQUIREMENT

Hold a current state-issued Dental Hygiene license.

Benefits:

(NurseStar Covers 50% of your monthly benefit cost) Dental Insurance Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Travel reimbursement Vision insurance