Job ID: 41663
Location: School of Dentistry
Minimum Qualifications
Associate's degree in Hygiene or related field, license as a Dental Hygienist. Grade NG Wage Range Minimum $23.55/hr Midpoint $31.87/hr Maximum $41.31/hr
Position DescriptionThe Dental Hygienist will perform dental hygiene functions for new and periodic recall patients at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs scaling, root planning, and polishing of patients' teeth in the Faculty Practice of University of Louisville School of Dentistry.
- Determines vital signs, reviews medical history, performs preliminary exam, charts missing and filled teeth.
- Exposes, develops, and mounts periapical and panorex radiographs.
- Enters patient data on chart as appropriate.
- Instructs patients in the cause, prevention, and consequences of periodontal disease.
- Instructs patients on appropriate oral hygiene techniques.
- Maintains instruments and operatory according to accepted standards.
- Manages recall appointment schedules and records.
The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at [email protected] or 502.852.6258.
How To Apply -Staff PositionsTo apply for this position, follow the "Online App. Form" link below and then click on the "Apply Now". You must answer all required fields and submit your application by clicking the "Submit" button. Detailed instructions are available at louisville.edu/jobs in the "My Career Tools" section. Vacancies are routinely removed from the jobs portal around 7:00PM each Monday.
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Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 1980 Arthur Street - Louisville, Kentucky 40208. For more information, please contact us by email at [email protected] or by phone 502-852-6258.
If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, you may schedule an appointment at (502) 852-6258 with Employment Services at the Human Resources office located at 1980 Arthur Street, Louisville, KY 40208.
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