at CHC-SEK in Baxter Springs, Kansas, United States
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Assists in the oral health management of all clinic patients.
- Obtains baseline oral hygiene assessment data based upon accepted principles of oral hygiene and periodontal care.
- Provides oral health education and appropriate individual counseling for dental patients.
- Provides clinical oral hygiene services including dental prophylaxis, scaling, sealant/fluoride application consistent with accepted professional practices and standards.
- Performs independent procedures as delegated and directed by a dentist in accordance with state regulations and clinic protocols.
- Support dental outreach activities, as assigned.
- Observes universal precautions at all times.
- Responsible for accurate, timely, and clear dental record documentation
- Complete all job functions observing confidentiality and HIPAA requirements.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
