Dental Hygienist

Dental Hygienist

Competitive Salary DOQ + Full-Time County Benefits.

Olde Towne Medical and Dental Center seeks an individual to perform dental care to patients in all facets of a general dental practice to treat, prevent and educate dental health issues.

Responsibilities:

• Performs scalings, root planning and polishes natural and restored teeth using hand instruments, rotary instruments, prophy jets and ultrasonic devices; applies sealants.
• Performs an original or clinical examination of teeth and surrounding tissues; performs subgingival irrigation or subgingival application of Schedule VI medicinal agents in accordance with the Code of Virginia.
• Assists with placement and removal of elastic orthodontic separators; educates patients on proper handling and care of orthodontic materials; and educates patients in placement and removal of retainers and appliances after fitting.
• May serve as chairside assistant aiding the dentist’s treatment by concurrently performing supporting actions during routine and surgical procedures.
• Assists in the development of clinical quality improvement (CQI) activities and clinical protocols and procedures.
• Plans and provides patient education and case management to ensure patient compliance with the plan of treatment; teaches dental health promotion, disease prevention and personal responsibility for care.
• Staffs County shelters during emergencies and emergency situations, as long as the staff is available
• Maintain dental equipment and sharpen and sterilize dental instruments.
• Record and review patient medical histories.
• Assist in managing dental emergencies, provide appropriate interim care and make arrangements for further treatment as necessary.

Requirements

• Any combination of education or experience equivalent to a high school diploma and some experience in general clerical work or one year in a medical or dental setting; experience as dental assistant preferred.
• Must possess reliable transportation to work site(s).
• Must be licensed in the State of Virginia as Dental Hygienist.
• Must possess or obtain CPR certification within six weeks of employment.
• Knowledge of dental health principles and practices, wellness concepts and community resources.
• Ability to work independently, and as a team member under pressure in a fast-paced clinic setting; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the dentist, other co-workers, volunteers, and the public; work and communicate effectively with persons of various multicultural and socioeconomic and educational backgrounds; effectively communicate both orally and in writing.

Click here ​for the full job description. Accepting applications until the position is filled. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application is required for your application to be considered.

Only online applications to our website will be considered. To apply, please visit the James City County Career Center at https://jobs.jamescitycountyva.gov