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Dental Hygiene Specialist

2 months ago

Portland, Oregon, United States Kaiser Permanente Full time
Job Summary:

The Registered Dental Hygienist directs oral hygiene care for Kaiser Permanente members including comprehensive prevention, maintenance, therapeutic dental treatment and/or restorative services. The RDH educates members of their oral status, motivating them to achieve and maintain optimum oral health.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide direct patient oral hygiene care for program members, including comprehensive prevention, maintenance, and/or therapeutic dental treatment restorative services.
  • Collect and document patient oral health data in compliance with policy and procedure.
  • Provide oral hygiene instruction and education to patients.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with environmental health and safety standards.
  • Support other office functions during downtime, ensuring a positive work environment.
  • Perform other duties as requested by management.
Qualifications:
  • Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program with a minimum of an associate's degree in applied science.
  • Dental Hygienist License (in the state where care is provided)
  • Basic Life Support
  • National Provider Identifier
Additional Requirements:
  • Please note: WA Initial and Renewable Limited License are not acceptable.
  • Please note: Local anesthesia endorsement is for Oregon Dental Hygiene license only, this endorsement is included in the Washington State Dental Hygiene license
  • X-ray equipment - Daily.
  • Ultrasonic scalers - Daily for deposit removal.
  • Handpieces - Daily for polishing teeth and fillings.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Basic knowledge of sterilization and infection control equipment
  • Basic computer skills
  • Nitrous oxide permit
  • Restorative function endorsement (Oregon Dental Hygiene license only - this endorsement is included in the Washington State Dental Hygiene license)