Dental Hygienist (Community Family Clinic/Dental) Idaho Falls

Dental Hygienist (Community Family Clinic/Dental) Idaho Falls at Community Council of Idaho in Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States Job Description Regular Full Time Status: Exempt / Salary Reports to: Dentist Essential Duties and Responsibilities (This is not an exhaustive list of all duties/responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned) Assess and obtain clinical evidence of a patients level of periodontal health. Assess the patients medical history. Develop appropriate diagnostic radiographs. Develop and manage treatment and sequence of treatment of periodontal disease for patients. Assist Dentist to treat chronic periodontal conditions, i.e.: periodontal disease, gingivitis, ANUG, and acute periodontal abscess. Assist with mechanical and ultrasonic instrumentation (scaling and root-planning removal of calculus), supra-gingival removal of plaque and coronal polishing. Use fluorides and other medicaments as necessary. Assist Dentist to identify special patient needs, such as adjunctive antibiotics, rinses, or hygiene aids. Educate patients in all aspects of oral hygiene, consequences, and treatment options for periodontal disease. Help dental assistant to clean the exam room, stock treatment instruments and prepare materials. Record treatment in dental records, chart periodontal probing, and update hygiene tracking sheets Under supervision of dentist, may deliver appropriate local anesthesia for patient comfort. Under supervision of dentist, may perform expanded function duties (amalgam packing and carving, temporary fillings, alginate impressions, temporary crown cementation) Provide excellent customer service. Ability to multi-task, manage time, meet deadlines, and remain calm and professional under pressure. Potential for mucous membrane or skin contact exposure to blood, fluids, or tissue. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE), when appropriate, is required. Some exposure to hazards or physical risks (i.e., Blood, Sharps, Needles), which requires following basic safety precautions. Will work with blood or blood-borne pathogens and will require knowledge and understanding of OSHA protocols. Maintain standards of confidentiality of CC Idaho clients and records PHI (Protected Health Information) Compliance Perform all work duties and activities in compliance with CC Idaho, Joint Commission, OSHA and HIPAA regulations. Required Physical Demands Is required to stand for long periods of time; must frequently walk; climb or balance, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; reach with hands and arms; grasping/holding. Must be able to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Work Environment Work in an office setting; the work may be stressful; the noise level is moderate; may be exposed to electrical shock and fumes or airborne particles. BENEFITS: CCI is a strong, non-profit agency to work with. They respect work-life balance and allow for flexibility when it is needed. Excellent premiums on benefits packages. Good working environment with opportunities for advancement.' For detail Benefit plan please visit: Health Benefits Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits Financial Well-Being Basic Life Insurance with Accidental death & dismemberment Supplemental Voluntary Life Long- and Short-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent Care) 401K Voluntary Benefit Options Accident Insurance Critical Illness Legal Ease Norton Life Lock Work/Life Balance (Regular Full Time) Generous Paid Time Off Policy (PTO) First year of service - 20 days After five years of service - 25 days After ten years of service - 30 days After twenty years of service - 35 days After thirty years of service - 40 days Twelve Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 10 free sessions per each topic/situation Assists employees with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being Educational leave Up to 5 hours per week to utilize towards education, upon approval and eligibility To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account