Located in Houston, Rosenberg, Texas, and having achieved 101 years in operation, the San Jose Clinic continues to strive to live our mission “to provide healing through quality healthcare and education with respect and compassion for those with limited access to care.” We are growing and expanding our dental services in the Rosenberg community and are looking for an amazing dental hygienist who wants a career with a purpose. We’re looking for someone who loves to work independently, is a trailb... more details
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Full-time
Description
Located in Houston, Rosenberg, Texas, and having achieved 101 years in operation, the San Jose Clinic continues to strive to live our mission “to provide healing through quality healthcare and education with respect and compassion for those with limited access to care.” We are growing and expanding our dental services in the Rosenberg community and are looking for an amazing dental hygienist who wants a career with a purpose. We’re looking for someone who loves to work independently, is a trailblazer, and is passionate about making a huge impact in the community! We are looking for an experienced Dental Hygienist to perform dental measures designed to preserve teeth and prevent the spread of oral disease, provide oral health education to patients, and maintain the patient care environment.
4-day work week!
Sign-on Bonus
Duties and Responsibilities:
Record medical and dental histories, vital signs, and updated demographic information in the patient’s chart
Perform duties according to the dental treatment plan as provided by the assigned dentist
Assess the nature and extent of dental, periodontal, and associated conditions and pathology in dental outpatients
Perform full mouth periodontal probing or PSR on initial and appropriate subsequent visits
Record findings; notes bleeding, mobility, furcation involvement, and tissue tone in patient’s chart
Able to perform more than 2 deep cleanings per day
Provide clinical services, health education, and after-care instructions to improve and maintain oral health such as brushing, flossing, and other plaque control methods
Ensure that required/applicable forms and documents are presented, explained, and completed
Maintain instrumentation for dental hygiene treatment by sharpening, sterilizing, and selecting instruments
Notify appropriate staff of patient requests that need follow-up: referrals, and appointments
Perform tobacco use screening and initiate cessation support when appropriate
Proficient in intraoral camera use
Able to take digital radiographs
Experience in Eaglesoft or similar Dental Health Record System
Must possess general working knowledge of computer usage (word, excel, internet browser, outlook, etc.)
Assist with or institute emergency measures for sudden adverse incidents during the treatment of patients
Maintain unit, and supplies and submitted requisitions in a timely manner
Prepare the operatory for patient care daily by cleaning, sanitizing, stocking supplies, and maintaining equipment
Must be a self-starter, self-motivated individual, that doesn’t require constant supervision
Must be a team player, and able to work closely with other health professionals (Ex: Medical, Pharmacy, Nurse Practitioner)
Provide chair-side assistance to the dentist in the performance of procedures, complex treatments, and special tests
Complete patient scheduling duties and cross-train to provide backup coverage to the dental Patient Access Specialist
. Follows all HIPAA and OSHA guidelines and regulations, including assisting HIPAA and OSHA Officers in ensuring compliance
Maintains confidentiality of patient information/records at all times
Maintains established San José Clinic policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control
Implements job responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the San José Clinic Mission and Code of Conduct and is supportive of San José Clinic's cultural diversity objectives
Participates in team meetings/activities and supports the goals of the team, department, and San Jose Clinic
Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision
401(K) 4% match
14 PTO days
Floating holiday
DEI day
9 paid holidays
Group life insurance
Voluntary life insurance
Short term disability
Long-term disability
Requirements
Qualifications, Education, and Experience:
Degree from an accredited Dental Hygiene School.
Successful completion of the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners exam for Dental Hygiene.
Hold and maintain valid State of Texas Dental Hygienist Registration and CPR-BLS certification.
Must have a minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in the dental hygiene profession.
Possesses excellent knowledge of dentistry procedures.
Knowledge of insurance and eligibility requirements.
Can demonstrate excellent organizational skills, multi-tasking, and effective use of time.
Ability to deal professionally, courteously, and efficiently with the public and all levels of the organization.
Ability to operate computer, copier fax, and scanners
Can demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.
Can demonstrate effective customer relation skills, working with diverse populations, often in stressful fast-paced environments.
Bilingual in English/Spanish required.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit, stand, bend, and stoop for (long) periods of time
Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally/frequently
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