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POSITION PURPOSE
The School of Dentistry, Department of Oral Medicine has an outstanding opportunity for a part-time Registered Dental Hygienist in our DECOD (Dental Education in Care of Persons with Disabilities) (NE S SEIU 925 HCP/LT)Clinic for .5 FTE. The DECOD clinic is a major resource for Washington citizens who have developmental or acquired disabilities. The goal is to improve oral health and contribute to the well-being and oral function of clinic patients.Our clinic is not only friendly but works as a team with caregivers, family members and medical staff to provide the best oral health care to our patients.The School of Dentistry DECOD team serves diverse populations and we are equally committed to supporting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
DECOD provides dental care that is not otherwise available in the community for patients with developmental and acquired disabilities. Clinical services include diagnostic, emergency, and comprehensive dental and oral health care services. The successful candidate will provide dental hygiene care to patients with disabilities and special health care needs in the DECOD clinic, provide care in the Maxillofacial Prosthodontics Clinic, and/or provide care in off-site outreach programs. Prior training or entry level experience treating patients with disabilities or special health care needs is desirable as the candidate will evaluate overall oral health for people with physical, medical, developmental, or cognitive conditions which limit their ability to receive routine dental care.Remove deposits and stains from teeth by performing prophylaxis, debridement, scaling and root planning or periodontal maintenance as diagnosed by a dentist.Instruct patient or caregivers on proper preventative care and good oral health practices.Assist with behavioral supports as directed by dental providers.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform the Following RDH Duties
schedule and confirm appointments.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Graduation from an accredited school of dental hygiene, AND a current license to practice as a DENTAL HYGIENIST in the State of Washington. Equivalent education/experience may substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
