This job reports to the Dental Director

This is a Part-Time position, working 1st Shift.

Overview
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Cleans patients' teeth.
Charts patients' conditions for diagnosis and treatment by the dentist.
Takes, develops and mounts x-rays.
Applies medicaments to the teeth and oral tissue, removes sutures and places sealants on affected area as directed by the dentist.
Sterilizes instruments by appropriate techniques.
Performs routine maintenance on dental equipment.
Reviews patient health history for completeness and accuracy and records treatment provided.
Provides oral hygiene instructions and uses appropriate techniques to motivate patient to improve and maintain oral health.
Provides dietary counseling and develops individualized oral hygiene program for patient's home care.
Adheres to universal precautions.



Job Skills/Requirements
High School Diploma/GED
Graduation from an accredited two-year dental hygiene program.

Additional Information/Benefits
Minimum Salary - $19.54 per hour

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Local travel to other clinics may be required.

In order to be placed on the eligibility list for employment consideration, verification of education and license must be provided.

DENTAL CLINIC LOCATIONS AND HOURS:
www.fhclouisville.org

FHC - Portland
2215 Portland Avenue
Louisville KY 40212
(502) 774-8631
Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

FHC - Phoenix (Healthcare for the Homeless)
712 E Muhammad Ali Blvd
Louisville KY 40202
Monday - Thursday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM


CLINIC LOCATIONS AND HOURS:
www.fhclouisville.org

FHC - East Broadway
914 East Broadway
Louisville KY 40204
Monday - Thursday 8 AM - 9 PM
Friday 8 AM - 4:30 PM

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4100 Taylor Blvd
Louisville KY 40215
Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM

FHC - Fairdale
1000 Neighborhood Place
Louisville KY 40118
Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
1st and 3rd Thursday 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM

FHC - Southwest
9702 Stonestreet Road, Suite 220
Louisville KY 40272
Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

FHC - Americana
4805 Southside Drive
Louisville KY 40214
Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM



Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Pension/Retirement, Educational Assistance

Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check