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Cass County Dental Clinic in Belton is looking for a RDH to join our fun and compassionate team! The right person will be dependable, hardworking, thorough, detail-oriented and a team-player! Hygienists with a passion for working with children and/or the underserved are encouraged to apply.The hygienist’s schedule is mostly comprised of patients ages 13-20 but sees some younger patients and some pregnant women.The hygienist will work from 7:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. two-four days a week in Belton or Harrisonville. Scheduling needs are flexible.Requirements: Local Anesthesia/Nitrous Oxide permit, BLS certification, MO Dental Hygiene License in good standing, and positive, patient-focused attitude!Benefits: Competitive wages, Medical & Dental & Vision insurance, 2 weeks paid vacation, IRA with a match, and paid holidays.Duties and ResponsibilitiesWorks in collaboration with the Dentist to provide comprehensive preventive dental hygiene services to all patients, including but not limited to:

• Reviews all medical histories at every visit
• Utilizes dental software to accurately chart all existing dental restorations, oral conditions, and proposed treatment, as dictated by the dentist
• Assesses need for appropriate radiographs
• Acquires diagnostic digital intraoral and panoramic radiographs when indicated
• Performs oral cancer screening/soft tissue evaluation
• Performs initial & annual periodontal assessment on all patients ages 13+ to include full-mouth probing and attachment loss
• Provides appropriate dental hygiene services, including prophylaxis, fluoride (SDF & varnish) & sealant application (resin & glass ionomer), and nonsurgical periodontal therapy
• Administers local anesthesia for periodontal patients and for operative patients when requested by the dentist
• Administers and/or monitors nitrous oxide, upon request by the dentist
• Discusses all procedures, responds to patient/parent questions, and obtains informed consent for all dental hygiene procedures
• Accurately documents informed consent, refusal, and treatment options in patient record
• Accurately documents all procedures in the patient record

Works in collaboration with the clinical team to ensure safety of dental clinic staff and patients, including but not limited to:

• Ensures proper sterilization & disinfection techniques
• Maintains compliance with CDC, HIPAA, and OSHA standards
• Responsible for the maintenance & cleanliness of the dental hygiene operatory and sterilization area
• Recognizes emergency situations and follows established emergency protocols
• Any other duties as delegated by the Dentist or Practice Manager

Assures integration of patient education into all aspects of dental hygiene treatment:

• Educates patients on their homecare status and techniques to improve plaque control
• Incorporates parent/guardian into education regime for every child
• Explains importance of maintaining appointment sequence to every patient
• Discusses complications that may result if the patient fails to complete the treatment plan
• Discusses complications that may result if the patient fails to complete the treatment plan

Qualifications

• Current Missouri license to practice Dental Hygiene
• Current CPR/BLS Certification
• Certified to administer nitrous oxide and local anesthesia
• Ability to relate well with patients and other healthcare personnel
• Social and cultural sensitivity appropriate to ethnically and economically diverse patient- and employee-base
• Willingness to educate patients and the community in health maintenance and the role of the health care team
• Ability to work well in a face-paced environment
• Impeccable attention to detail and complete and accurate record-keeping
• Commitment to expanding access to care for the underserved

Education and Experience

• Graduation from an accredited Dental Hygiene program
• 3+ years of dental hygiene experience preferred
• Experience working with dental software (CareStack & Sota Cloud)
• Experience working in a community health or pediatric dental setting is preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish), preferred but not required

Essential Functions

Registered Dental Hygienists must be able to demonstrate critical, logical and analytical thinking while also possessing motor, auditory, and visual skills that enable them to perform their job duties as described herein and in accordance with the American Dental Hygienists’ Association’s Standards of Care.Cass County Dental Clinic complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and makes reasonable accommodations upon request for qualified individuals. If you believe you may need accommodations to assist you in performing your job duties, please contact the Practice Manager.TermsMust maintain current license to practice dental hygiene in Missouri, BLS certificate, and permit to administer local anesthesia/nitrous oxide.Job Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: From $40.00 per hourExpected hours: 16 – 32 per weekBenefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Experience: clinical RDH, 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification: Missouri Dental Hygiene License (Required)

Work Location: In-person