Registered Dental Hygienist

Kenosha Community Health Center is looking for Full Time and Part Time Registered Dental Hygienists.

$5,000 hiring bonus - See below for details.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Registered Dental Hygienist performs selected dental duties that assist in patient care management; these duties are delegated in relation to the degree of training and in accordance with the objectives and policies of the organization and respective state laws governing such action and activities. Demonstrates skill in the performance of dental procedures and use of dental equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

Provides dental treatment to KCHC patients as evidenced by compliance with the following standards:

• Cleans calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums using dental instruments.
• Examines lymph nodes under patient’s chin to detect swelling or tenderness. Examines gums for sores and signs of disease.
• Prepares patient, sterilizes and disinfects instruments, sets up instrument trays, prepares materials, and assists dentist during dental procedures as needed.
• Take and record medical and dental histories of each patient.
• Assists Dentist in management of medical and dental emergencies.
• Provide clinical services and health education to improve and maintain the oral health of patients.
• Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs. Recommend treatment programs for patients.
• Prepares exam rooms with equipment and supplies as needed for examination procedures; cleans and restocks examining rooms as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Educational and/or Experience

Degree in Dental Hygiene required. Possession of State Registered Dental Hygienist License required. CPR Certification required.

WORK SCHEDULE

Open availability to work up to 40 hours during clinic operating hours, Monday – Thursday, 7am – 7pm, Friday, 7am – 5pm and rotating Saturdays 7am – 3pm.

WHAT WE OFFER

As a full-time employee, you will receive an impressive portfolio of benefits designed to help you maintain a comfortable lifestyle for you and your qualifying dependents, including Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Life Insurance, Employee Assistant Program, 403(b) Paid Time Off, including Holidays. Loan re-payment eligibility through the National Health Service Corp (NHSC). Malpractice coverage through FTCA (Federal Tort Claims Act). Allowance for additional paid days along with an annual dollar amount to be used towards CEU, Reimbursement for state license as required. Reimbursement for one professional affiliation per year.

Pay to commensurate with experience.

$5,000 Hiring Bonus*

*Full-time Registered Dental Hygienists hired between January 1, 2024 and March 31, 2024, will be eligible to receive a hiring bonus paid in 2 equal installments, paid after completion of 6 months and 12 months of service. Employee must be actively employed to receive payout.

Learn more about us at www.kenoshachc.org.

Kenosha Community Health Center and Pillar Health, a Division of Kenosha Community Health Center, are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status.