Job Summary:

Essential Responsibilities:

The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all associates in this classification. Listed are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

1. Implements individualized hygiene and periodontal dental care plans for patients developed by the LRHC dentist. Performs patient education, and patient/family teaching under the supervision of the dentists.
2. Assesses dental condition and needs of the patient, uses dental screening procedures, to include medical history review, dental charting, and perio charting; takes patients vital signs as required.
3. Delivers direct patient care to patients as assigned, using established dental hygienist procedures; performs routine treatment procedures, such as cleaning, polishing, x-rays, application of sealants and fluorides, and related procedures.
4. Treats all patients using standard precautions for both patients and employee safety. Cleans, packages, and sterilizes instruments according to the LRHC Dental Program IC Policy.
5. Assists with patient triage for walk-in patients.
6. Assists in preparation of dental operatory, and assists as required with patient reception, telephone calls, routine triage and other office duties.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

1. Current Delaware Dental Hygienist license.
2. Current holds a Delaware certificate as a Radiological Technician, Dental Radiological technician or related certification.
3. Ability to communicate effectively and clearly; bilingual skills preferred (English/Spanish).
4. Flexibility to work irregular hours and to work with multi-cultural, diverse patient population.

Language Skills:

English. Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills a plus

Equipment Operated:

Computer use and proficiency required.

Work Environment:

Medical offices or conference/interactive play room in Health Center. Controlled lighting, air quality, and temperature settings. Environmental hazards may be unpredictable including exposure to communicable diseases and patient responses.

Mental/Physical Requirements:

Involves standing, walking, kneeling, bending, grasping, manipulating and squatting and lifting (up to 50 lbs.). Walking or standing may be more than two (2) hours per day. Must be able to work in a standard medical office setting including use of a computer, and standard office equipment. Must have ability to read computer screens, printed materials and hearing and speech to communicate in person as well as over the phone. Must be able to attend meetings or make presentations at various sites when required. Stress can be triggered by workload and complex cases.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

• La Red Health Center, Inc. is a private not for profit corporation serving Sussex County, Delaware.
• The Administrative office is located at 21444 Carmean Way in Georgetown, Delaware.
• The Candidate should recognize that La Red Health Center is committed to ensuring that we follow basic fundamental principles of ethical business conduct and adhere to all applicable laws and regulations to protect La Red Health Center’s good name and reputation.
• In that all associates contribute to the overall growth and development of La Red Health Center, Inc., it is occasionally necessary for associates to perform tasks that are not specifically indicated in their position descriptions.