Dentist Hygienist II
Position Summary
The Dentist Hygienist II is responsible for providing a variety of oral health clinical procedures and provides oral health Education to patients of Beaufort Jasper Hampton Comprehensive Health Services, Inc. in a courteous and professional manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Administers prophylactic treatment by the scaling and polishing of teeth.
- Documents area of existing restorations and notable areas of possible decay and disease for dentist's review. When appropriate, may call in dentist for immediate consultation.
- Takes x-rays to determine extent of any decay and disease.
- Administers fluoride treatment as needed.
- Updates medical history of patient, highlighting significant information for dentist's review.
- Instructs patients in oral hygiene technique, answering patient questions and providing other Educational information relevant to oral hygiene.
- Practices universal precautions and other sterilization and infection control procedures, and maintains equipment.
- Provides associated administrative support, including maintaining patient documentation, patient communication and other record-keeping.
- Performs related duties as required.
Qualifications
- Licensed Dental Hygienist in South Carolina
- Current CPR certificate required