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The Dental Hygienist performs as part of a dental healthteam under the supervision of a dentist. Involvement includes clinical dentalwork and education with specific responsibilities governed by the state inwhich the hygienist is employed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Cleans and polishes a patient’s teeth- removes plaquedeposits and stains

• Applies medication for the prevention of tooth decay

• Takes and develop x-rays

• Makes model impressions of teeth for study or dental devices

• Obtains medical and dental histories and records informationin the patient’s dental record

• Provides instruction for patient self-care, diet, andnutrition

• Placement of sealant or cavity preventative agents such asfluorides

• Placement of temporary fillings and periodontal dressings

• Smoothing and polishing silver amalgam restorations

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Current Registered License for the state in whichpracticing.

• A minimum of one year experience as a Dental HygienistPreferred.

• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

• Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency programwhen applicable

• Current CPR if applicable

• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

• Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site

• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements

• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required

• Computer proficiency required

• Must be at least 18 years of age

  Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

  *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

  About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.