Career Center

St Joseph Regional

Location: US:PA:Reading
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Day
Hours: 8 hours

SUMMARY OF POSITION: 

A dental hygienist is a registered, licensed dental health professional. The Dental Hygienist will work independently or alongside dentists and other dental professionals to provide full oral health care specializing in the treatment and prevention of many oral diseases.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program required

Successful completion of the written National Board Dental Hygiene Examination required

State Licensure required 

X-ray Certification required

BLS Certification required

Three (3) years of experience required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: 

Medical and Medication knowledge 

Sterilize Technique knowledge 

Radiology Safety knowledge 

Excellent verbal communication skills 

Ability to work will all ages and special needs patients 

Knowledge of HIPPA 

Ability to learn/utilize EMR 

Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment 

Ability to assist and take direction from residents, preceptors, and teammates in an academic setting 

Must be able to perform hygiene procedures for a maximum 8 hour shift, including sitting, standing, bending, lifting less than 50 lbs

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

Bilingual-Spanish Dentrix experience

If chosen for this position, you may required to pass a Post Offer Employment Physical Exam in accordance with the measurements listed in the Work Task Analysis (WTA) report. This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

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