What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist position at Distinctive Home & Healthcare?
Overview
Distinctive Home & Healthcare is currently seeking to hire a full-time Dental Hygienist to work at Camp Pendleton, in CA.
Responsibilities
In this position, the Dental Hygienist will examine patient's oral cavity to include mouth, throat, and pharynx, and record conditions of teeth and surrounding tissues. Refer patients to dentist who have abnormalities to include cavities, defective fillings, suspicious growths, or periodontal disease. Apply desensitizing and other topical agents to treat abnormalities to include caries prevention, gingivitis and oral ulceration. Instruct patients, individually and in groups, in proper oral hygiene care using materials to include teeth models, displays, slides, toothbrushes, dental floss, disclosing tablets and mirrors. Demonstrate proper techniques of brushing, flossing, and use of necessary periodontal aids. Explain the common causes of tooth decay and its relationship to general diet.
Qualifications
- Associates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree from of a dental hygiene program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) of the American Dental Association (ADA).
- Possess a certification in radiography
- (2) years of experience at a Dental Hygienist
- Current, full, active, and unrestricted license as a Dental Hygienist.
- BLS Certification with the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
EEOC Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.