Virginia Mountain View

Dental Hygienist

  • R0035937
  • Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904
  • Allied Health - Technicians & Professionals
  • University of Virginia
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UVA Medical Center is seeking a Dental Hygienist responsible for providing preventative and therapeutic dental hygiene services to patients in a high tech office using updated imaging and delivery systems and includes our own dedicated sterilization team.

This position is available as full or part time and includes full benefits when working as few as 20 hours per week.

UVA Medical Center is seeking a Dental Hygienist responsible for providing preventative and therapeutic dental hygiene services to patients of the Medical Center. The Hygienist will ensure the instruments are cleaned and sterilized per manufacturers’ and infection control standards after each patient use.

Duties Include:
  • Performs oral prophylaxis for patients by removing calcareous deposits and stains from teeth and by scaling tartar accumulations from teeth and beneath margins of gums.
  • Applies fluoride to teeth to aid in the prevention of cavities.
  • Applies medicaments to gums and between teeth of patients.
  • Educates patients about the etiology pathogenesis and management of periodontal disease
  • Reviews the patient’s health history form and requests update when necessary.
  • Reviews the patient’s medical history and oral condition and notes changes and extent of prophylaxis on the chart to provide the dentist with information for more complete diagnosis and subsequent treatment as needed.
  • Determines if medication is needed prior to treatment and asks if patient has pre-medicated. Ask patients about any allergies that they might have.
  • Requisitions supplies and equipment and maintains a well stocked operatory.
  • Maintains clinic appearance and monitors area for any safety violation.
  • In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.


Minimum Requirements:
  • 1 year of relevant experience
  • Licensed to practice as a Dental Hygienist by the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Health Professions Board of Dentistry. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/walking, steps) and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull Position Compensation Range: $42.19 - $67.50 Hourly

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

 

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

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