Dental Hygienist
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Cornerstone Care has locations throughout Southwestern Pa. and we are seeking a Dental Hygienist to join our team.
Make a difference as we seek those who want to assist us in fulfilling our mission: "To improve the health of our patients and the residents of our community, with special concern for the underserved."
Cornerstone Care has a long history of serving patients in our region and with over 28 million dollars in annual revenues. You can join a dynamic team of professionals where your contributions and voice make a difference.
We are the best family care center across Southwestern PA and Northern WV for affordable healthcare.
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Cornerstone Care is seeking a Dental Hygienist for its West Mifflin, PA, location.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Seats, positions, and dismisses scheduled hygiene patients.
- Completes preliminary clinic forms.
- Reviews medical history and discuss any problems with the dentist.
- Provides patient education in toothbrush instruction, flossing demonstration, and any additional information as required.
- Performs prophylaxis, i.e. supragingival scaling, subgingival scaling, root planing, gingivalcurrettage, polishing.
- Takes, processes and mounts radiographs for hygiene patients as deemed necessary by the dentist
- Applies topical fluoride on children.
- Assists with first aid procedures.
- Maintains recall system and sends reminder letters to patients for their recall appointment.
- Receives and maintains updated CPR training.
A dental hygienist may perform any duty delegated to the dental assistant. She may be called upon to assist if there are no hygiene patients available.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Requirements for this position include:
- Dental Hygiene license X-Ray Certification, Public Health License preferred.
- Associate's Degree in Dental Hygiene (Bachelor's preferred)
- Current PA State License