Part-Time Dental Hygienist

Job Summary

The Part-Time Dental Hygienist at Positive Impact Health Centers (PIHC) conducts initial client screenings, cleans teeth, advises on oral health, educates clients, assists dentists, maintains documentation, and monitors supplies.

Responsibilities

• Ensures patients feel comfortable before examinations
• Conducts initial mouth screenings and checks oral health history
• Identifies conditions like gingivitis or periodontitis
• Cleans and protects teeth (removes plaque, applies fluoride)
• Educates clients on proper tooth care
• Gives instructions post-dental procedures
• Takes X-rays or dental impressions
• Aids dentists in selecting treatments for diseases
• Maintains client documentation and charts
• Maintains supplies and coordinates reordering

Requirements

• Experienced in culturally diverse populations
• Excellent communication skills (writing, spelling, listening, speaking)
• Strong computer and database skills
• Positive, friendly, and helpful demeanor
• Proven experience as Dental Hygienist
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations (e.g. HIPAA)
• Experience in sterilizing, preparing, and maintaining dental equipment

Qualifications

• A minimum of two years of Dental Hygiene experience preferred
• Dentrix software experience preferred
• Previous experience with HIV and/or Infectious Disease preferred

Skills & Abilities

• Experienced in working with culturally diverse populations
• Must have great communication skills (writing, spelling, listening, speaking) and interpersonal skills
• Must have strong computer and database system skills
• Must have excellent customer service skills and warm personality
• Proven experience as Dental Hygienist
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA)
• Experience in sterilizing, preparing, and maintaining dental equipment

Licensure

Active, unrestricted dental hygiene license in the state of Georgia

Certification

Current CPR certification

Physical Demands

• Frequent sitting and talking/hearing
• Occasional lifting up to 30 pounds
• Close vision and ability to adjust focus

Notes

- Positive Impact Health Centers, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, or covered veteran status. - Recreational drugs, weapons, and violence are not allowed on agency property or at any agency events or programs. - Must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by date of hire to be considered for all jobs, if not currently employed by Positive Impact Health Centers.