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DepartmentPena FHC Dental

Job Summary

Under indirect supervision, performs dental hygiene services for the careand treatment of patients in the community health dental clinics. This mayinclude an assessment and diagnosis of oral diseases and treatment plan withinthe scope of practice of a Licensed Dental Hygienist in Colorado to completepreventative prophylaxis cleanings, periodontal maintenance treatment,non-surgical periodontal therapy, oral hygiene instruction, fluorideapplication and placement of dental sealants. Prescribes therapeutic agentswithin their scope according to the state practice act, with collaborationof an attending dentist. Under indirect supervision, administers injectablelocal anesthetic when indicated, application of silver diamine fluoride(SDF) (with certification) and with certification and a permit fromthe state, can apply Interim Therapeutic Restorations (ITR). The dentalhygienist will also be responsible for completing medical and dentalhistories, taking necessary radiographs according to ALARA principles,taking vital signs when indicated and ensuring the patient's periodontal andde

Essential Functions:

Patient care: Performs dental hygiene assessment, diagnosis and treatmentplanning for dental hygiene services.Provides preventative dentistry. Completes non-surgical periodontal therapy(NSPT). Takes digital radiographs for diagnosing periodontal conditionsand identifying dental abnormalities. Completes oral cancer screenings andtakeintraoral images when indicated for appropriate referral and follow-up.Completes a Caries Risk Assessment on all patients. (75%)Administrative Duties:Completes patient care notes within 72 hours ofregistration. Assists with sterile processing preparation. (20%)May be asked to fill-in at other community dental clinics, in Medical-DentalIntegration programs or school-based programs. (5%)Education:

Associate's Degree Associate in Dental Hygiene RequiredWork Experience:

1-3 years Direct clinical practice Required orRecent graduation from an accredited Dental Hygiene program RequiredLicenses:

Dental Hygienist - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies RequiredBLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association RequiredLOCAL-Local Anesthesia - State Board of Dentistry RequiredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of dental hygiene procedures and techniques sufficient to be able toperform the full scope of preventive dental hygiene services, includingdental hygiene diagnosis of dental disease, oral health screenings, oralcancer screening, oral-systemic health education, fluoride treatment,dental sealants, prophylactic cleanings, and NSPT, (scaling and rootplanning).Critical thinking skills for determining when appropriate referrals are neededto dental specialists, medical care and/or behavioral healthcare.Knowlege of trauma informed care practices willingness to provide equitablecare in a system that provides LGBTQ+ affirming and culturally diversehealthcare.Knowlege of motivational interviewing practices and ability to have effectivecoaching conversations with patients and their families around nutrition,oral-systemic health, oral diseases, home hygiene and substance use.With the appropriate certification as determined by the Dental Practice Act:Prescribes and applies silver diamine fluoride (SDF) for arrestingcaries, dentinal hypersensitivity and caries prevention.With the appropriate permit from the Department of Regulatory Agencies(DORA) and as determined by the Den al Practice Act: After prescriptionof an interim therapeutic restoration (ITR) from a supervising dentist,places ITR on pediatric and adult patients.Complies with Dental Practice Act for continuing education requirements.May administer nitrous oxide for patient management under direct supervisionaccording to the dental practice act.Knowledge of ALARA principles for prescribing and capturing dentalradiographs.

Shift

Work TypeRegular

Salary$71,668.00 - $107,502.00 / yr

Benefits

Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediateretirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans

Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)