Dental Hygienist (Per-Diem)

The Dental Hygienist will be able to perform all dental related care and procedures allowable under WAC regulations and guidelines. The primary job function is to be responsible for managing dental hygiene and treatment of periodontal disease of patients under direction of staff dentists.

 

 

Essential Functions: These functions are fundamental to the role and must be performed with or without a reasonable accommodation.

1. Responsible for assessing and obtaining clinical evidence of patient's level of periodontal  health, including all relevant and required chart documentation.

2. Responsible for exposure and developing appropriate diagnostic radiographs.

3. Provides appropriate treatment of existing oral diseases as diagnosed by the dentist.

4. Provides treatment of acute and chronic periodontal, gingival, and oral conditions, in conjunction with dentist.

a. Treatments are to include mechanical and ultrasonic instrumentation (scaling and root-planning removal of calculus), supra/sub-gingival removal of plaque/calculus/biofilm and coronal polishing.

b. Application of fluorides and other medicaments as necessary.

c. Restoration of cavities prepared by the dentist.

d. Take all types of prescribed radiographs.

e. Provide oral hygiene, homecare, and post-operative instruction to the patient and/or caregiver.

f. Any additional allowable procedures under WAC regulations and guidelines.

5. Assists in identification of special patient needs, such as adjunctive antibiotics, rinses, or hygiene aids in conjunction with dentist.

6. Educates patients in all aspects of oral hygiene, and consequences and treatment options for periodontal disease.

7. Provide education and limited off site care as scheduled and within the scope of the clinic and the scope of WAC guidelines.

8. Maintains dental hygiene treatment rooms in clean and orderly condition, stocked with appropriate treatment instruments and materials in conjunction with dental assistants.

9. Record treatment in daily record, chart periodontal probing, and update hygiene tracking sheets as necessary in dental records.

10. Delivers appropriate local and inhalation anesthesia for patient comfort under supervision of dentist.

11. Performs expanded function duties, ( placing and adjusting filling, temporary fillings, impressions, temporary crown cementation, facilitating teledentistry etc. as stipulated under WAC regulations/guidelines) as necessary under supervision of dentist.

 

1. Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisor.

2. Expected to meet attendance standards and work the hours necessary to perform the essential functions of the job.

3. Conforms to safety policies, general housekeeping practices.

4. Demonstrates sound work ethics, flexible, and shows dedication to the position and the community.

5. Demonstrates a positive attitude, is respectful, and possesses cultural awareness and sensitivity toward clients and co-workers.

6. Keeps customer service and the mission of the organization in mind when interacting with all clients, co-workers, and others.

7. Employees are expected to embrace, support and promote the core values of respect, integrity, trust, compassion and quality which align with the CVCH mission statement through their actions and interactions with all patients, staff, and others.

8. Conforms to CVCH policies and Joint Commission and HIPAA regulations.

 

 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: These functions are fundamental to the role and must be performed with or without a reasonable accommodation.

2. Start shift on time and meet attendance standards per the FTE assigned in HRIS system.

3. Follow safety policies and maintain a clean, safe work environment.

4. Demonstrate sound work ethics, flexibility, and cultural sensitivity

5. Uphold CVCH’s mission and core values in all interactions.

6. Comply with CVCH policies, Joint Commission standards, and HIPAA regulations. 

 

Non-Essential Functions: These are tasks that are included in the role but are not critical. They may be reassigned or modified without fundamentally changing the job.

1. Participate in internal committees or special projects. 

2. Contribute to internal communications or newsletters.

 

 

1. Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited dental hygiene school. Must be a board-certified hygienist.

 

2. Certification/Licensure: Must possess current, valid unrestricted license to practice dental hygiene in the State of Washington. Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

 

3. Experience: One or more years of experience as a dental hygienist preferred, especially in a community or public health setting.

 

4. Language Skills: 

 

a. English and Spanish fluency preferred

b. English fluency required

 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information

 

• Typical office environment

• Sit, stand, walk, often

• Reach occasionally

• Kneel or crouch minimally

• May need to lift up to 10 pounds

• Visual acuity for close and distance work

 

Exposure to Hazards:

• Moderate noise

• Standard working conditions

 

 

Benefit:

Coverage:

Effective:

403(b) Retirement Plan

Lincoln Financial

150% CVCH match up to 3% of the employee’s contribution

Immediately. Vesting schedule:

20% at 2 years, 50% at 3 years, 60% at 4 years, and 100% at 5 years.

WA State Sick Leave

Employees will accrue 1 hour of Sick Leave for every 40 hours worked.

Employees are eligible to take paid sick leave for sick leave purposes only after the completion of their 90th day of employment.

 Any questions regarding benefit eligibility or coverage should be directed to the Human Resources Department.

 

Blood/Fluid Exposure Risk:

• Category I – Tasks routinely involve a potential for mucous membrane or skin contact exposure to blood, fluids or tissue. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE), when appropriate, is required

 

Age Specific Competency

1. Neonatal (Birth – 30 days)

2. Infant (30 days to less than 1 year)

3. Pediatric (1 year – 12 years)

4. Adolescent (12 years – 18 years)

5. Adult (18 years – 65 years)

6. Geriatric (65 years – Death)

 

Telecommuting:

• Not eligible for telecommuting.

 

Equal Opportunity Statement:

• CVCH is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity in the workplace. We are committed to providing a respectful, inclusive, and supportive environment for all employees.