Job Title
Dental Hygienist
Requisition Number
RE48173
Working Title
Department Name
7A800:DENTISTRY ORAL HEALTH SCIENCE
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
44
Salary Range
$21.06-33.69/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
AS
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Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Hygienist License.
Physical Requirements
Constant repetitive motion.
Shift
Monday–Friday Day Shift; typically, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm;
Hours may be modified on occasion to meet patient care needs.
Job Summary
The person in this position will perform Dental Hygiene duties with patients. This will include performing prophylaxis and polishing, periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planning, patient assessment of hard and soft tissues, periodontal exams, applying fluoride varnish and sealants, as ordered by dentist, and taking radiographs. The person in this position will also provide additional clinical support and provide patient record documentation.
IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered).
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Must have excellent clinical dental hygiene skills, and ability to work with mentally, medically and physically complex patients. MS Office, Dental Hygienist License, Attention to Detail, Team-Oriented, Knowledge of Medicaid Insurance, proficient in health records.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Licensed Dental Hygienist with 2 or more years of experience.
Deadline to Apply
12/01/2024
Our University Community
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As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
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