Temple University is hiring: Dental Hygienist in Philadelphia

Reference #: 24003393 Description Grade: T25 The link below will give you information about the University's "T" salary structure. Learn more about the "T" salary structure. A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant's education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source. Summary: The Dental Hygienist will manage the re-call program, coordinate and schedule treatment and provide clinical dental hygiene services for the Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) and Periodontology and Oral Implantology Graduate Program for the School of Dentistry. Essential Functions: *Manage the re-call program in the AEGD clinic. *Responsible for coordinating treatment and scheduling dental hygiene appointments for patients in both clinics. *Provide clinical dental hygiene services for AEGD. *Perform oral examination including Periodontal charting. *Perform oral prophylaxis treatment. *Scaling and root planning. *Take digital radiographs. *Apply topical fluoride. *Make appointments for hygiene patients. *Provide oral hygiene, oral health and nutritional instruction. *Function as dental assistant when needed or requested by Program Director. *Provide appropriate instruction regarding their treatment as well as any additional follow up that is needed and will monitor patient treatment plans and communicate patient status with the appropriate faculty or staff. *Utilize hygiene instruments and Dental x-ray equipment. *Order supplies and instruments for dental hygiene patient activities. *Maintain dental hygiene instruments and supplies including sharpening hygiene instruments. *Management of AEGD hygiene program and patient documentations utilizing dental software such as Axium. *Performs other duties as assigned. When you come to Temple, you don't only come to an impressive campus with an abundance of resources and amenities.You come to Philadelphia, where Temple's Main Campus is woven into the city's fabric.Temple is committed to this community and provides several financial programs for full-time faculty and staff who purchase and reside in homes surrounding Main Campus and the Health Sciences Center. Click here to learn more about the benefits of working at Temple University. Required Education & Experience: Registered Dental Hygienist with current Pennsylvania License or ability to obtain PA license with some experience with managing a clinical practice and working with a computerized Dental Clinic Management System. X-ray certified. Current CPR and BLS certification. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Required Skills & Abilities: *Comprehensive knowledge of oral hygiene care. *Must be cognizant of the public, social and economic factors which impact the overall health of the patients. *Prior experience working with a computerized Dental Clinic Management System. *Extreme attention to detail as well as confidentiality. *Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively with internal staff and external customers. Preferred: *Bachelor's degree and experience managing large office / clinic preferred. This position requires a background check. This position requires Child Abuse Certifications prior to the commencement of service. Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status. Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact. To obtain additional information about Temple University please visit our website at www.temple.edu. Temple University's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains statistics, policies, and procedures related to campus safety. Click here. You may request a copy of the report by calling Temple University's Campus Safety Services at 215-204-7900. Primary Location:Pennsylvania-Philadelphia-Health Sciences Campus (HSC)-Kornberg School Of Dentistry Job:Staff Schedule:Full-time Shift:Day Job Employee Status:Regular Temple University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law.