Dental Hygienist

ONE Health Ohio - Warren, OH

Warren, OH

About the position

The position supports dental care under the guidance of the Dentist, encompassing a range of skills including administering preventive oral services and patient education along with the coordination of dental preventatives and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Providing exceptional customer service to patients, visitors, and support staff.
• Coordinating appropriate preventative treatment modalities with the assistance of the Dentist.
• Obtaining an accurate health history and updates at every visit.
• Charting existing periodontal conditions in the Electronic Dental Chart.
• Recording patient's BP on every visit.
• Providing dental prophylaxis for adults and pediatric patients.
• Removing calcareous deposits above and below the gingival margin of teeth.
• Providing the appropriate in-office and home fluoride regimens under the guidance of the Dentist.
• Maintaining recall system and reminder postcards.
• Applying sealants to teeth as directed by the Dentist.
• Completing dental progress notes following preventative treatment.
• Ensuring the appropriate dental instruments are available for each preventive procedure.
• Maintaining a safe and clean working environment per OSHA guidelines and adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Assisting other departments of the organization including front desk, medical, behavioral health, and management to ensure proper workflow process.

Requirements

• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Present a positive and professional attitude
• Planning and organizational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Publisher)
• Ability to identify problems and to propose feasible solutions
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to enter and maintain data in various company software programs
• Knowledge of company's policies and procedures
• Knowledge of modern office equipment, troubleshooting, practices, and procedures
• Interpersonal/human relations skills
• Proficient telephone skills
• Time management
• Attention to detail