Dental Hygienist

The Dental Hygienist performs as part of a dental healthteam under the supervision of a dentist. Involvement includes clinical dentalwork and education with specific responsibilities governed by the state inwhich the hygienist is employed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Cleans and polishes a patient’s teeth- removes plaquedeposits and stains

Applies medication for the prevention of tooth decay

Takes and develop x-rays

Makes model impressions of teeth for study or dental devices

Obtains medical and dental histories and records informationin the patient’s dental record

Provides instruction for patient self-care, diet, andnutrition

Placement of sealant or cavity preventative agents such asfluorides

Placement of temporary fillings and periodontal dressings

Smoothing and polishing silver amalgam restorations

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

Current Registered License for the state in whichpracticing.

A minimum of one year experience as a Dental HygienistPreferred.

Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency programwhen applicable

Current CPR if applicable

TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site

Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements

Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required

Computer proficiency required

Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.