Dental Hygienist - University Hospitals - Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Permanent Dental Hygienist Job

Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Job Description

Description

$1,000 Sign on Bonus
Position Summary
The Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) is responsible for the delivery of oral hygiene care and appropriate preventive services to the patients of the practice, as directed by the dentist. The RDH is the primary educational resource for patients regarding their oral hygiene and care, and is responsible for building trusting, long-term, relationships with patients.
Essential Functions

Understand and manage the daily hygiene schedule to ensure on-time appointments and the maintenance of production goals
Manage clinical patient flow to ensure the most efficient and effective care for every patient
Ensure that the appropriate clinical practice guidelines are consistently followed
Carefully sterilize and disinfect all instruments and equipment
Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and tray setups for procedures
Greet and prepare patients for hygiene appointments
Effectively and safely capture intra- and extra-oral dental radiographs and photos
Proactively assist the dentist during examinations
Conduct work in compliance with organizational policies and procedures, safety, and regulatory guidelines
Record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients
Accurately record treatment information, both completed and proposed, in patient files, in accordance with clinical record keeping standards
Assist in the oral health management of patients of the practice
Obtain and document baseline and continued oral hygiene and periodontal assessment data
Maintain an organized and efficient clinical work-space; ensure instruments, equipment, and supplies are “at the ready” in case of unexpected need
Participate in the achievement of patient satisfaction and office production goals by working efficiently and providing a high level of patient service
Provide oral health education and counseling for all patients of the practice
Counsel patients on nutrition and home-care, as related to oral hygiene
Work toward the integration and coordination of appropriate dental and hygiene care with other health care professionals involved in the patient’s health care management
Work closely with the Scheduling Coordinator/PSR and Manager to maintain the established hygiene recall practices; place any necessary telephone calls and e-mails to patients in order to maintain a fully productive hygiene schedule
Maintain the proper level of hygiene product/material stock in accordance with established office standards
Maintain an appropriate office environment
Assist with other duties as directed by the Doctor and/or Manager

Required For All Jobs

Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.



Qualifications
Qualifications Education

High School Equivalent / GED Required and
Graduate of ADA Accredited Dental Hygiene Program Required
Work Experience

2+ years Of experience in a clinical setting Preferred and
Experience in high-volume Pediatric specialty hygiene department Preferred and
Treatment presentation/coordination experience Preferred and
Nomad Handheld X-ray experience Preferred
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Excellent interpersonal and written communication skils Required
Well-developed Patient-Flow and Schedule management skills Required
Ability to work independently Required
Good communication skills Required
Conscientious, task-oriented, work mentality Required
Ability to perform detailed work according to the practice’s established clinical and office policies Required
Good ambidextrous coordination and balance Required
General computer and keyboard skills, knowledgeable in Microsoft Office Suite Required
General CDT Procedure Code knowledge Required
Ability to multi-task and work with interruptions Required
Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with patients and demonstrate a friendly attitude, even while under pressure Required
Advanced CDT Procedure Code knowledge Preferred
Dental practice management software knowledge Required
Licenses and Certifications

Ohio Police Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) Dental Hygiene License Required and
Basic Life Support (BLS) Required
Physical Demands

Standing Frequently
Walking Frequently
Sitting Rarely
Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
Balancing Occasionally
Stooping Frequently
Kneeling Frequently
Crouching Frequently
Crawling Occasionally
Reaching Frequently
Handling Frequently
Grasping Frequently
Feeling Constantly
Talking Constantly
Hearing Constantly
Repetitive Motions Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

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