Dental Hygienist

Location: Cadillac, MI Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt Employment Type: 40%/16 Hours per week Description: Performs prophylaxis on patients, oral x-rays, sealants and take impressions. Provides and conducts oral hygiene instruction and education according to patient needs. May conduct community education and topical fluoride programs.

May phone patients to give information and assist other assigned dental functions including office and billing. May supervise others. Participates in Quality Assurance and in-service training. Changes solutions in x-ray developer and keeps machine maintained as well as the operatory and equipment. May maintain a sterile area, help set up trays.

May prepare new patient exams and emergency exams, patients. May perform S/RP on periodontally involved patients. Record full mouth probing depths and PSR scores.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of oral hygiene principals and practices Good knowledge of dentistry Skill in the use of instruments Ability to work independently Ability to give dental education to the public Minimum Qualifications: Current license to practice in Michigan Graduation from an accredited school Family Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.