Dental Hygienist Job at VitalCore Health Strategies, Shirley, MA

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  • VitalCore Health Strategies
  • Shirley, MA

Job Description

Join the VitalCore Health Strategies Team! We’re people who are fueled by passion, not by profit.

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care, has an opening for a PRN Dental Hygienist at MCI-Shirley in Shirley, MA. *This position requires travel to other locations in our Northern region including Gardner, Lancaster, and Framingham, MA*

Looking for a rewarding career in the field of healthcare with competitive wages, annual incentive payment, and excellent benefits package?

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate, dedicated individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

DENTAL HYGIENIST POSITION SUMMARY

The Dental Hygienist is responsible for providing oral care involving prophylaxis under the supervision of a Dentist and may perform educational and organizational work in promoting oral hygiene.

DENTAL HYGIENIST SCHEDULE

  • PRN

DENTAL HYGIENIST MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be fluent in English language, including reading, writing, speaking, and understanding.
  • Must be a supportive team member who contributes to and demonstrates teamwork and team concept.
  • Able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
  • Able to deal tactfully with personnel, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
  • Possess leadership and supervisory ability and be able to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
  • Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace

DENTAL HYGIENIST ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Scale and polish teeth and roots. Remove sutures. Take study models. Polish amalgam restorations. Place and remove rubber dams.
  • Assist dentist in administering fluoride treatments. Instruct inmates in proper dental hygiene. Develop oral hygiene education program for patients.
  • Assist Dentist in completing diagnostic x-rays.
  • Record all aspects of treatment provided and other pertinent information in the inmate's dental record.
  • Initiate and maintain recall program for additional instructions and treatment for inmates whose condition and/or attitude indicate a need. Also completes a follow-up prophylaxis treatment in a specific time interval.
  • Check and maintain instruments, equipment, and supplies, including ordering replacements and submitting work orders.
  • Ensure proper clean-up, packaging, and sterili
  • Perform dental assessments when required. Perform other duties as required or assigned.
  • Attend training and meetings as required.

Compensation details: 51-51 Hourly Wage

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