Part-Time Dental Hygienist

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Friday's 8-5 and as needed

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Education: Associate's degree
Experience: 5-7 years of related professional experience
Licenses/Certifications: Active and valid license for the state

UHC Minimum:
*Georgia Registered Dental Hygienist License ( RDH),
* AHA HealthCare Provider BLS certification

UHC Preferred:
*Experience with Eaglesoft and electronic health records
*Experience with or knowledge of Joint Commission facilities and guidelines

This position performs dental prophylactic treatments and instructs groups and individuals in care of teeth and mouth. This position performs all duties under the supervision of the Lead Dentist.

* Computer skills including Windows and Microsoft Office

Normal demands of a hygienist; sees approximately 8 patients daily

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Patient Care:
* Updates medical/dental history, initiates examination, updates radiographs when appropriate, records and charts findings, provides oral hygiene instruction and prophylaxis.
* Demonstrates clinical competence as determined daily by observation of supervising dentist.
* Demonstrates understanding of age-specific needs of patients.

Infection Prevention:
* Implements infection prevention and control standards and guidelines established by the UHC, CDC, ADA, and Joint Commission.

Preventive Maintenance:
* Ensures preventive maintenance performed on dental equipment.