What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist position at Spectrum Healthcare Resources?
Dental Hygienist
2024-22404
Category
Dental - Dental Hygienist
Facility
DOD / MTF - California - Camp Pendleton
Job Description
Join Our Team as a Dental Hygienist!
Location : Camp Pendleton, CA
Job Type : Full-time
Pay Rate : $48 / hr - $52 $4.41 / hw
Overview :
Spectrum Healthcare Resources, a premier healthcare services provider, is seeking a dedicated civilian Dental Hygienist to join our team at Camp Pendleton, CA. If you're passionate about delivering top-quality dental care and thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment, we want to hear from you.
Hours of Performance :
Monday to Friday, 0600-1700 (40 hours per week)
Responsibilities :
Conduct comprehensive examinations of patients' oral cavity, including mouth, throat, and pharynx, and record conditions of teeth and surrounding tissues.
- Refer patients with abnormalities such as cavities, defective fillings, suspicious growths, or periodontal disease to the dentist.
- Apply desensitizing and other topical agents to treat abnormalities like gingivitis and oral ulceration.
- Instruct patients, both individually and in groups, in proper oral hygiene care using various materials and techniques.
- Explain the common causes of tooth decay and construct sports / safety mouth guards and soft night guards for vital bleaching.
- Polish restorations, apply pit and fissure sealants, and assist chairside dental assisting when directed by the dental clinic's Officer in Charge (OIC).
- Maintain accurate records of patients treated and ensure proper maintenance and sterilization of instruments.
Qualifications :
Benefits :
Location : Location
US-CA-Camp Pendleton
Recruiter : Full Name : First Last
Joseph Day
Direct phone number
314-744-4138
Recruiter : Email
joseph_day@spectrumhealth.com
Salary : $48 - $52
