Dental Hygienist - On Call

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Hourly: $47.82 - $58.80; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Prophylaxis and scaling root planing
Periodontal charting and treatment
Fluoride application and sealants
This role involves providing direct dental hygiene clinical treatment and education to a culturally diverse population often with limited prior exposure to modern dental procedures

Job Summary

  • This role involves providing direct dental hygiene clinical treatment and education to a culturally diverse population often with limited prior exposure to modern dental procedures.
  • Candidates must demonstrate the ability to create a work culture of respect, trust, and understanding for the highly diverse populations served by the Health Department.
  • The position requires performing clinical services such as prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, fluoride application, and administering local anesthetic while maintaining strict asepsis controls.

Matching Summary

This role involves providing direct dental hygiene clinical treatment and education to a culturally diverse population often with limited prior exposure to modern dental procedures.

Salary

Hourly: $47.82 - $58.80; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Prophylaxis and scaling root planing
  • Periodontal charting and treatment
  • Fluoride application and sealants
  • Radiograph exposure and mounting
  • Patient education on oral hygiene
  • Infection control and sterilization

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with diverse vulnerable populations
  • Cultural sensitivity and respect
  • Emergency triage capabilities
  • Individualized prevention planning

Key Requirements

  • Associate's Degree in Dental Hygiene
  • One to four years of relevant experience
  • Oregon State Dental Hygiene License
  • BLS CPR Certification
  • Nitrous oxide permit (Preferred)
  • Expanded Practice permit (Preferred)

Work Rights

Not specified

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