Public Health Dental Hygienist - Berks Community Health Center - Reading, PA

Permanent Dental Receptionist / Front Desk Job

Reading, PA

Job Description

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Evaluates each patient’s overall oral health, examining oral cavity for signs of periodontal disease, oral lesions, or possible cancers.

Assesses dental condition and needs of patient using approved patient screening procedures, including medical history review, dental charting, and periodontal charting.

Performs dental hygiene and procedures within the permitted scope of practice. Procedures may include: prophylaxis, periodontal scaling, root planning, debridement, sealant material, or both; performing coronal polishing; taking impressions of teeth for study models, diagnostic casts or athletic appliances.

Exposes and mounts digital radiographs.

Applies fluoride treatments and varnish.

Applies protective sealants.

Administers local anesthesia.

Documents dental care services by charting in patient electronic records.

Refers patients to dentist annually.

Educates patients in oral hygiene including proper tooth brushing, flossing, nutrition, and need for professional care.

Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of established oral hygiene concepts and periodontal therapies, dental procedures, clinic infection control procedures, cleaning and sterilization of instruments, tray set up, and dental materials.

Demonstrates commitment to the mission of the organization in promoting dental health.

Interacts positively with a diverse and occasionally demanding patient population.

Provides service in a manner that is appropriate for the patient’s age; demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to meet the patient’s physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety needs.

Fosters teamwork within and between individuals and teams at BCHC by promoting open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making to achieve quality patient care.

Functions competently within own scope of practice as a member of the health care team.

Values the perspectives and expertise of all health team members.

Education and Position Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Current Registered Dental Hygienist with PA state licensure. Either holds or is eligible for Public Health Dental Practitioner permit.

Local Anesthesia Permit.

Current CPR (BLS) certification.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

Do you have a current CPR Certification?
Do you have a valid Public Health Dental Hygiene Practitioner Permit?

License/Certification:

Registered Dental Hygienist in PA (Required)
Local Anesthesia Permit (Required)

Work Location: In person

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