Per Diem / PRN Clinic Dental Hygienist
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Green Bay, WI

Health Advocates Network is currently seeking a Dental Hygienist to work at a facility in Green Bay, WI.

Pay Rate: $67 / hour

Shift: Per Diem 

Duties:
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.

Essential Functions:
-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.

Skills:
Required Skills & Experience:
-One year of hands on experience as a hygienist.
-GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy equipment operation experience.
-Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Skills & Experience:
-N/A

Education:
Required Education:
-High school diploma or equivalent.
-Graduation from an accredited Dental Hygiene school.

Preferred Education:
-N/A

Required Certifications & Licensure:
-Hold a current state issued Dental Hygiene license.
-CPR certification.
-X-ray training or certification.

Preferred Certifications & Licensure:
-N/A