Job Description

POSITION: Dental Hygienist

SCHEDULE: Part Time, 10 hours per week

LOCATION: Northern NH Correctional Facility (NCF) in Berlin, NH

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs technical and advisory services in oral or dental hygiene involving oral prophylaxis. Under the supervision of a dentist, may perform educational and organizational work in promoting oral hygiene. 

Utilizes electronic medical record system as applicable throughout the scope of duties and responsibilities.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sets up clinic as assigned by Dentist.
• Scaling and cleaning of teeth as prescribed by Dentist.
• Assists Dentist in administering fluoride treatments.
• Assists Dentist in completing dental x-rays.
• Accurately records services in the medical record of the patient and classify dental conditions utilizing APHA standards.
• Screens for dental emergencies and sick call.
• Checks and maintain instruments, equipment and supplies including ordering replacements and submitting work orders.
• Completes oral prophylactic care including set up of instruments, equipment and supplies.
• Ensures proper cleanup, packaging and sterilizing of instruments.
• Maintains a clean and orderly working environment.
• Instructs Dental Assistant in proper techniques and other training as directed.
• Develops oral hygiene education program for patients.
• Participates in in-service education.
• Curettage and polishing of teeth.
• Instructs patients about oral hygiene and proper care of teeth.
• Maintains cleanliness and sterile conditions of dental unit.
• Assists Dentist at clinic sessions.
• Ensures continuity of care.
• Makes appropriate entries on patient’s dental chart.
• Supplies data for clinic reports.
• Recognizes the symptoms of shock and fainting and provides necessary aid as directed or required.
• Responsible for dental office security to include instrument counts. 

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