Dental Hygienist (Per Diem)

Are You a Dental Hygienist Looking for a Meaningful Career in a Supportive, Dynamic Environment? We're currently seeking a per diem (as needed) Dental Hygienist to join our team. Enjoy the flexibility of per diem work while contributing your expertise to our practice.

At Mosaic, we offer more than just a job - we offer a lifestyle centered around community service, collaboration, and a deep appreciation for work-life balance and the great outdoors. Our schedules are thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of our patients while prioritizing your well-being as a professional.

As a Dental Hygienist, you're an essential part of our dental team. Your role involves treating and educating patients in the control and prevention of oral disease. Collaboration and effective teamwork are key in our environment.

Responsibilities include Patient Care & Supporting Clinical Operations:

• Provides treatment and education to adult and pediatric patients with the goal of controlling and preventing oral health disease such as caries and periodontal disease
• Reviews the medical and dental histories for evidence of conditions which may alter or complicate dental treatment or services
• Gives direct patient care by providing thorough and gentle prophylaxis, fluoride treatment, sealants, patient education, periodontal examinations, periodontal scaling and root planning, selective polishing, overhang removal, application of desensitizing agents, oral cancer examination.
• Charts and dates each patient's periodontal health.
• Acts as a liaison to coordinate and collaborate, implementation and evaluation of on and offsite community Dental Education and Preventive programs, implementation, presentations and services to include but not limited to; schools, care centers and organizations.

Experience, Education, Licenses & Certifications:

• Dental Hygiene Degree
• License to practice hygiene and deliver local anesthetic in Oregon

Skills & Knowledge:

• Comprehensive knowledge of oral hygiene care in outpatient settings.
• Knowledge of the principles and practice of modern oral hygiene and periodontal patient care.
• Awareness of the public health, social and economic factors which impact on the overall health, and more specifically the oral health of their patients.
• Knowledge and practice of preventative dentistry and ability to instruct patients individually and in groups.
• Knowledge of medical record keeping and dental charting.
• Skill in the techniques of oral hygiene procedures and the use of equipment, instruments, and materials.
• Skill in cleaning teeth and examining mouth and teeth for abnormalities.

Your ability to connect with patients from diverse backgrounds is crucial. Strong interpersonal and communications skills are a must. Must have excellent oral communication skills. Bonus points for Spanish speaking abilities!

Who We Are:

Mosaic Community Health prides itself on being an innovative health system that pioneers unique and creative ways to provide and improve patient access to health care. Since our founding in 2002 we have proudly served insured and uninsured patients regardless of age, ethnicity, or income.

We focus on a holistic approach to patient care by incorporating behavioral health, pharmacy, and nutrition support to serve patients in the most meaningful way. At Mosaic Community Health, you will work with incredibly dedicated and mission-centered peers and be part of a dynamic team based environment.

Mosaic Community Health offers more than just a job, it is a lifestyle. A lifestyle of serving others. A lifestyle of being an integral part of your community. A lifestyle that offers work/life balance. A lifestyle of enjoying the outdoors!