Dental Hygienist, Penn Dental Family Practice

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University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play. The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more. Posted Job Title Dental Hygienist, Penn Dental Family Practice Job Profile Title Dental Hygienist Job Description Summary Penn Dental Medicine's Family Practice (PDFP) is interested in hiring the best and the brightest dental hygienists - who are looking to broaden their skill sets and gain valuable experience in the art and science of the dental field. Together, the team works collaboratively to provide multi-specialty care utilizing leading techniques in patient care. As a member of the PDFP family, individuals are provided the opportunity to work alongside a team whose mission is to provide quality dental care which exceeds patient expectations. Ideal candidates must: 1. Be ready to have a voice on a highly collaborative team 2. Stay thirsty and always seek to learn and improve upon patient service and clinical practice 3. SMILE...because WE make people smile! Job Description DESIRED EXPERIENCE & POSITION EXPECTATIONS Our ideal candidate will partner and collaborate with a team of talented, engaged dental assistants and dentists in providing exceptional patient experiences. Additionally, individuals selected for this role will have experience and champion their position as a leader of the clinical practice - serving as an educator and role model to dental assistants as well as partner and bridge for dentists and patient care. Experience in sedation procedures and/or ACLS certification is desired, but not required. Prepares patient for dental hygiene treatment by setting up and breaking down operatory, as well as nitrous units when needed Supports dentist with nitrous oxide unit set-up and monitoring levels through duration of patient appointment Ensure that operatories are well supplied with necessary supplies Handle sharpening, sterilization, and maintenance of all instruments and equipment Escort patients to and from operatories Help to acquaint patients with preventive care-oriented practice philosophy Help to maintain and manage patient recall system Perform thorough oral prophylaxis (cleanings) on scheduled patients which include proper use of ultrasonic cleaning devices, scaling instruments, polishing and flossing Conduct dental and periodontal assessments, providing oral cancer screening, charting conditions of decay and disease (via axiUm), capturing digital images (via MiPacs) and documenting interventions performed electronically by recording vital signs, clinical notes and procedures. Arrests dental decay by applying topical fluorides and occlusal sealants on indicated patients, recommending cavity-preventing agents as needed Educate and motivate patients by giving oral hygiene and plaque control instructions, presents and explains treatment plants to patients, demonstrates effective communication to bridge the gap between a pending treatment plan and a completed treatment plan, provides postoperative instructions and schedules and subsequent visits. Explain treatment alternatives to patients Review and revise patient histories and record patient's vital signs Chart existing restorations on new patients and notate clinical evidence of disease presence Record specific treatment performed on patient chart, as well as other patient information as needed. Provides digital x-rays and chairside assistance when available, as needed Help to reconfirm and appoint patients OPERATIONS Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Protects patients and employees by adheri