DENTAL HYGIENIST Job at UAB Medicine in University

Overview

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking a DENTAL HYGIENIST to work under general supervision of the attending dentist and according to established policies and procedures. The hygienist renders routine dental hygiene care such as scaling, root planing, curettages, cavitrons, polishing, applying sealants and administering fluoride treatments. Takes, develops and mounts radiographs of patient\'s teeth as necessary. May perform various administrative and clerical duties in support of department operations. Responds to the unique needs of all patients ages newborn through geriatric. Will serve registered patients of the 1917 Dental Clinic at UAB.

Salary Range: $22.90 - $37.25

Responsibilities

• Provide routine dental hygiene care under general supervision according to established policies and procedures (scaling, root planing, curettages, cavitrons, polishing).
• Apply sealants and administer fluoride treatments as part of preventive care.
• Take, develop and mount radiographs of patient\'s teeth as needed.
• Perform administrative and clerical duties to support department operations.
• Respond to the needs of patients across the lifespan (newborn through geriatric) and serve registered patients of the 1917 Dental Clinic at UAB.

Qualifications

Required: Graduate from an accredited School of Dental Hygiene. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Currently licensed with a Dental Hygiene License from the Alabama Board of Dental Examiners.

Preferred:

• Communication skills, team orientation, interpersonal skills, and proven dental hygiene skills.
• Attitude of service and genuine desire to help patients and work as part of a team.
• Organized with the ability to take initiative.

Primary Location

Primary Location: University

Job Category

Job Category: Clerical & Administrative

Organization

Organization: 329111000 General Dentistry

Employee Status

Employee Status: Regular

Shift

Shift: Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement

Work Arrangement: Onsite (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager)

Equal Opportunity Statement

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.