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Registered Dental Hygienist

PRIMARY CARE HEALTH SERVICE (Alma Illery Medical Center)

Pennsylvania

USD 27 - 29 per hour

Dental Therapist

Primary Care Health Services, Inc. *Dental Hygienist Job Description * *Full or Part-Time Employment * Job Summary: The Dental Hygienist will clean teeth and...

24 day(s) ago

Registered Dental Hygienist

PRIMARY CARE HEALTH SERVICE (Alma Illery Medical Center)

Pennsylvania

USD 27 - 29 per hour

Dental Therapist

Primary Care Health Services, Inc. *Dental Hygienist Job Description * *Full or Part-Time Employment * Job Summary: The Dental Hygienist will clean teeth and...

24 day(s) ago

Registered Dental Hygienist

PRIMARY CARE HEALTH SERVICE (Alma Illery Medical Center) View all jobs

Pennsylvania

Permanent

Dental Therapist

USD 27 - 29 per hour

Posted 24 day(s) ago

Reference: 2341749

Primary Care Health Services, Inc.
*Dental Hygienist Job Description *

*Full or Part-Time Employment *
Job Summary:
The Dental Hygienist will clean teeth and examine oral areas, head, and neck for signs of oral disease. The position also educates patients on oral hygiene, takes, and develops x-rays, and applies fluoride or sealants.
_Supervisory Responsibilities:_

* None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

* Cleans calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums using dental instruments.
* Examines gums using probes to locate periodontal recessed gums and signs of gum disease. Feels lymph nodes under patient’s chin to detect swelling or tenderness that could indicate the presence of oral cancer.
* Applies fluorides or other cavity-preventing agents to arrest dental decay.
* Exposes and develops x-ray films.
* Records and reviews patient medical histories. Charts conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment by dentist.
* Maintains dental equipment and sharpens and sterilizes dental instruments.
* Provides clinical services or health education to improve and maintain the oral health of patients or the public.

Required Skills/Abilities:

* Knowledge of general principles of dentistry and advanced knowledge of dental hygiene.
* Strong customer service skills.

Education and Experience:

* Associate degree or the successful completion of a recognized vocational program in dental hygiene.
* State license required.

Physical Requirements:

* Prolonged periods of standing, leaning, and bending.
* Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at times.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
* Primary Care

Ability to Commute:
* Pittsburgh, PA 15208 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
* Pittsburgh, PA 15208: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person