Registered Dental Hygienist

About the role

Help A Child Smile is Georgia’s leading school-based dental program addressing the significant need among underserved school-aged children who lack easy access to dental care. The program aims to improve oral hygiene, prevent tooth decay, alleviate pain, and address associated health issues.

Responsibilities

• Assist with oral health management of all patients
• Verify the identity of patient using name and date of birth prior to administering treatment
• Review medical history and other pertinent oral health information
• Obtain oral health assessment of each patient
• Provide oral hygiene services including dental prophylaxis scaling, sealant application, and fluoride application consistent with accepted best practices and standards
• Provide dental assistance as directed by the dentist
• Provide oral health education and individual counseling to each patient according to known oral health care practices (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing)
• Document provided dental services on the patient’s chart
• Daily travel to and from school sites
• Be a team player at all times

Qualifications

• Active License
• BLS certification
• Ability to work well with both children and adults
• Ability to work well on a small team and in a fast-paced environment
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to multi-task
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel

Benefits

• Benefit package (health, dental, vision)
• Unique work experience and flexible scheduling
• Competitive daily base pay
• State-of-the-art portable dental equipment
• Latest technology & digital radiography

Pay

• Competitive daily base pay

Schedule

• Working a school day schedule (about 6 – 7 hours)
• Average work hours: 8:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.
• Evenings, weekends, and optional summers off with approval