Dental Hygienist (Part-time, 20 hours per week)
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on307, South Franklin Street, Cherry Creek, Cloverdale, Sonoma County, California, 95425, United States
About the Role
Under the supervision of the Dentist, the Dental Hygienist provides comprehensive periodontal care to patients. This role is dedicated to serving a multi-cultural, low-income population, requiring a deep sensitivity to the unique needs and situations of these communities. The position blends clinical expertise with patient education, ensuring individuals receive thorough care and clear instructions for home maintenance and post-operative recovery.
Team and Culture
We foster a cooperative, multidisciplinary environment where staff work together to support patient well-being. Our culture values a cheerful demeanor, professional courtesy, and the ability to navigate diverse interactions with empathy. We maintain strict standards of confidentiality and expect all team members to contribute positively, avoiding divisive behavior while adhering to fragrance-free dress code policies.
Application Instructions
Candidates must demonstrate the ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining acute attention to detail. Please ensure your application highlights your experience with multi-cultural populations and your commitment to complying with all federal, state, and local regulations as well as AVH policies.
Work location
Work model: On-site
307, South Franklin Street, Cherry Creek, Cloverdale, Sonoma County, California, 95425, United States
Cloverdale, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide comprehensive periodontal care including scaling, root planning, and prophylaxis
- check_circleDocument procedures in patient EHR and review patient health histories
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Periodontal Care, Instrument Sterilization, Operatory Disinfection, Barrier Control, Patient Ehr, Scaling, Root Planning, Prophylaxis, X-Ray Certification, CPR Certification.
Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent.
Frequently asked questions about Dental Hygienist (Part-time, 20 hours per week) at Alexander Valley Healthcare
What does a Dental Hygienist (Part-time, 20 hours per week) at Alexander Valley Healthcare do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Dental Hygienist (Part-time, 20 hours per week) at Alexander Valley Healthcare will provide comprehensive periodontal care including scaling, root planning, and prophylaxis; document procedures in patient ehr and review patient health histories; educate patients regarding dental procedures, home care, and post-op instructions; and monitor and enforce instrument sterilization, operatory disinfection, and barrier control.
What are the requirements for this Dental Hygienist (Part-time, 20 hours per week) role?expand_more
Alexander Valley Healthcare is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: High School Diploma or Equivalent; Satisfactory completion of accredited RDH program; Registered dental hygienist license; X-ray certification/license; Current CPR certification; and Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
Where is the Dental Hygienist (Part-time, 20 hours per week) role at Alexander Valley Healthcare located?expand_more
Dental Hygienist (Part-time, 20 hours per week) at Alexander Valley Healthcare is based in 307, South Franklin Street, Cherry Creek, Cloverdale, Sonoma County, California, 95425, United States. This is a on-site role.