Dental Hygienist

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs routine dental care within scope of practice for participants as stipulated in the participants care plan. This can include but is not limited to: cleaning teeth and gums, screening for oral disease such as gingivitis and oral cancer, arresting dental decay with cavity-preventing agents and administering dental prophylaxis as needed
• Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques and making recommendations to manager
• Provides thorough education to participants about good oral hygiene, plaque control and post-operative instructions
• Prepares and maintains treatment areas by adhere to all prescribed procedures, protocols and regulations
• Accurately documents participant dental hygiene services in the electronic health record and maintains strict confidentiality of participant information as required of HIPAA
• Maintains a professional, but soothing atmosphere for participants who might be frightened or uncomfortable with dental procedures
• Performs as part of the inter-disciplinary team, as needed or required
• Assists with Utilization Management, pre-authorization and service requests from contracted providers
• Other duties as assigned

• Associates degree in dental hygiene and active dental hygienist license registered and is in good standing with the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) required
• 3-5 years of experience working as a Dental Hygienist required
• 1 year of working with the frail or elderly required
• CPR/BLS certification required