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NORTHLAKES COMMUNITY CLINIC Registered Dental Hygenist in ASHLAND, Wisconsin

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Examine gums, using probes, to locate periodontal recessed gums and signs of gum disease. Feel and visually examine gums for sores and signs of disease. Record and review patient medical histories. Clean calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums, using dental instruments. Provide clinical services or health education to improve and maintain the oral health of patients or the general public. Chart conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment by dentist. Expose and develop x-ray film. Attend continuing education courses to maintain or update skills. Apply fluorides or other cavity preventing agents to arrest dental decay. Maintain dental equipment and sharpen and sterilize dental instruments. Maintain patient recall system. Feel lymph nodes under patient\'s chin to detect swelling or tenderness that could indicate presence of oral cancer. Administer local anesthetic agents. Remove excess cement from coronal surfaces of teeth. Conduct dental health clinics for community groups to augment services of dentist. Place and remove rubber dams, matrices, and temporary restorations. Make impressions for study casts. Remove sutures and dressings. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Caring for our community starts with you. Join a team that believes everyone deserves care. Candidates must reside within NorthLakes\' service area at the time of hire and maintain residency throughout employment. ***\$7,500 Sign on bonus for full time (1.0 FTE). Part time are also eligible for a prorated bonus based on FTE.*** The Registered Dental Hygienist\'s main purpose is to deliver appropriate patient care to help aid the patient in achieving optimal oral health. The Registered Dental Hygienist will do this by helping to address the needs of the patient in order to be successful with overall health and wellness. Looking for Part-time or Full-time employment. The Registered Dental Hygienist\'s main purpose is to deliver appropriate patient care to help aid the patient in achieving optimal oral health. The Registered Dental Hygienist will do this by helping to address the needs of the patient in order to be successful with overall health and wellness. Receive and prepare patients for treatment. Cleans calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums. Examines gums to locate periodontal recessed gums and signs of gum disease. Place fluoride varnish to help in the prevention of oral health disease. Places sealants on posterior teeth to help in the prevention of oral health disease. Take digital dental x-rays to help aid the dentist in proper diagnosis of oral health conditions. Charts conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment by dentist. Administers local anesthetic agents. Appropriate use of PPE/infection control protocols when providing treatment to patients. Knowledge of Scope of Practice per Wisconsin Dental Hygiene Licensure. Demonstrate Knowledge of ethics, jurisprudence and patient confidentiality. Demonstrate understanding of the OSHA Hazard Communication standard. Demonstrate understanding of the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens standard. Demonstrate understanding of the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention guidelines Perform sterilization and disinfection procedures in compliance with policy and procedures. Understand insurance guidelines for allowable services and treatment frequency. Apply effective communication techniques with a variety of patients. Qualifications and Education Requirements Associate\'s degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Electronic Dental Record Database software. Required Credentials, Certifi ation, Licensure Current Wisconsin RDH Licensure Benefit Statement For full time and part time employees who work 24 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes: Medical and dental insurance Employer paid group term life and disability ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://nlccwi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/NorthlakesCareers/details/Dental-HygienistJR100243

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