Public Health Dental Hygiene Practitioner (PHDHP)
$86,000–$91,000 year
On-sitePottstown, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Provide preventive and therapeutic dental services to patients within the scope of practice for Registered Dental Hygienists according to Pennsylvania standards. Maintain proper dental records, timely billing information, and supply inventory while ensuring infection control measures and cleanliness in the clinic. Assist with policy and procedure development, implement the Quality Improvement Plan, and participate in performance improvement activities. Work with front desk personnel to schedule patients, seat and dismiss individuals, and perform clinical procedures including prophylaxis, scaling, root planning, and fluoride application. Chart patients, provide instruction, and adhere to all organizational, funding source, and payer policies. Maintain current CPR licensure and demonstrate reliability, flexibility, and confidentiality in managing diverse populations.
Required Qualifications
- At least two years of post-secondary education from an accredited dental hygiene program
- Licensed to practice dental hygiene in Pennsylvania
- CPR Certified
- Attendance required at assigned CHDC site(s)
- Must generally be present during operating hours at assigned CHDC site(s)
- Must be available outside the health center's normal business hours when necessary
- Complies with accepted dress code and maintains a professional image
- Demonstrates reliability and trustworthiness
- Manages time and other resources to meet established goals within the agreed upon time frames
- Demonstrates flexibility in the acceptance and completion of work assignments
- Maintains patient/employee confidentiality in the management of information
- Observes the Health Care System's compliance policies
- Adheres to the organization's policies regarding time and attendance
Desired Qualifications
- At least one-year dental hygiene experience
- Ability to work with a diverse population and sensitivity to low-income populations
- Highly organized
- Computer proficient in office management software
- Bilingual/bicultural
- Strong interpersonal skills
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