Dental Hygienist - Arrow Dental (Salem, Oregon)

We are seeking a Dental Hygienist in our Salem Arrow Dental Clinic. This position is responsible for promoting dental health by completing dental prophylaxis; providing oral cancer screening and radiographic studies; charting conditions of decay and disease; performing procedures in compliance with the dental practice act.

Arrow Dental, a Moda Health subsidiary, primarily serves Medicaid patients. This is to help the community with the large population of Medicaid members that became Medicaid eligible due to the Affordable Care Act.

Pay Range

$48.96 - $61.20 per hour (depending on experience). Actual pay is based on qualifications. Applicants who do not exceed the minimum qualifications will only be eligible for the low end of the pay range.

Required Skills

1. A Registered Dental Hygienist and active Oregon License. American Dental Hygienist Association (ADHA) membership preferred.
2. Follows ADHA Professional Code of Ethics.
3. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, dental software experience helpful.
4. BLS for Healthcare Providers
5. Participate effectively as a team player.
6. Nitrous certification a plus.
7. Excellent reading, oral and written communication skills.
8. Ability to interact professionally, patiently and courteously.
9. Good problem solving and decision-making skills.
10. Ability to work well under pressure in a complex and rapidly changing environment.
11. Ability to come to work on time and on a daily basis.
12. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, dental software experience helpful. Primary Functions:
13. Prepare treatment room for patient by adhering to prescribed procedures and protocols
14. Prepares patient for dental hygiene treatment by welcoming, soothing and seating patient
15. Provides information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests
16. Maintains instrumentation for dental hygiene treatment
17. Selects materials and equipment for dental hygiene visit by evaluating patient's oral health
18. Completes dental prophys and periodontal scaling and root planning as appropriate
19. Completes periodontal charting and takes radiographs
20. Applies fluoride and other cavity-preventing agents as necessary
21. Maintains patient appearance and ability to masticate by cleaning and polishing removable appliances
22. Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies
23. Educates patients by giving oral hygiene and plaque control instructions and postoperative instructions
24. Documents dental hygiene services by recording vital sign and medical and dental histories; charting in patient records
25. Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential
26. Maintains safe and clean working environment; complies with procedures, rules, and regulations
27. Adheres to infection-control policies and protocols
28. Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; follows manufacturer's instructions; maintains equipment inventories
29. Maintains hygiene supplies inventory; places orders for supplies; verifies receipt of supplies
30. Conserves resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
31. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications
32. Other duties as assigned Arrow Dental seeks to allow equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by law. Arrow Dental values diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We aim to demonstrate our commitment to diversity through all our business practices and invite applications from candidates that share our commitment to this diversity. Our diverse experiences and perspectives help us become a stronger organization. Let’s be better together.