Associate's degree in dental hygiene or a two-year certificate program from an accredited institution.
State licensure required for practice.
Strong knowledge of dental diagnosis and treatment techniques.
Familiarity with customer service principles and practices.
Understanding of administrative and clerical procedures.
Ability to work with dental tools and equipment effectively.
Proficient in using relevant software and technology.
Responsibilities
Clean teeth by removing deposits and stains.
Examine lymph nodes for signs of oral cancer.
Inspect gums for sores and disease indicators.
Identify periodontal issues and gum disease.
Apply fluoride and cavity prevention agents.
Chart dental conditions for dentist's diagnosis.
Expose and develop dental x-rays.
Make impressions for dental study casts.
Administer local anesthetics as needed.
Place and remove dental materials and restorations.
Educate patients on maintaining oral health.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
401(k) Matching
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Health Savings Account
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Discount
Reduced Tuition Rates
Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Pet Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Training
Flexible Spending Account
Full Job Description
Benefits Information
Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including: • Paid Time Off • Paid Holidays • 401(k) Matching • Health Insurance • Vision Insurance • Life Insurance • Health Savings Account • Tuition Reimbursement • Employee Discount • Reduced Tuition Rates • Disability Insurance • Employee Assistance Program • 401(k) • Pet Insurance • Dental Insurance • Paid Training • Flexible Spending Account
The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Responsibilities
Summary
This position performs dental measures designed to preserve teeth and prevent the spread of oral disease.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Cleans calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums.
Feels lymph nodes under patient's chin to detect swelling or tenderness that could indicate presence of oral cancer.
Feels and visually examines gums for sores and signs of disease.
Examines gums to locate periodontal recessed gums and signs of gum disease.
Applies fluorides and other cavity preventing agents to arrest dental decay.
Charts conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment by dentist.
Exposes and develops x-ray film.
Makes impressions for study casts.
Removes sutures and dressings.
Administers local anesthetic agents.
Places and removes rubber dams, matrices, and temporary restorations.
Places, carves, and finishes amalgam restorations.
Removes excess cement from coronal surfaces of teeth.
Provides clinical services and health education to improve and maintain oral health.
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
An Associate's degree in dental hygiene from an accredited postsecondary institution or a two (2) year certificate program.
Appropriate state licensure is also required.
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat injuries and diseases. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions and preventive health-care measures.
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language.
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems.
Knowledge of human behavior and performance, mental processes, psychological research methods, and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Knowledge of machines and tools using in the department including their designs, uses, benefits, repair, and maintenance.
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods including alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media
Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must be a United States citizen
GEO Secured Services
Pay
Pay USD $56.87/Hr. to USD $56.87/Hr.
About The GEO Group
The GEO Group, Inc. is a real estate investment trust specializing in the ownership, leasing and management of correctional, detention and re-entry facilities and the provision of community-based services and youth services in the United States, Australia, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. The company operates more than 120 facilities with approximately 93,000 beds. The GEO Group's customers include federal, state, and local government agencies as well as international agencies. The company has been the subject of controversy over allegations of human rights abuses and poor conditions in its facilities.
