Grace Health is looking for a dedicated team-member to work part-time in Albion. Schedule would be Wednesdays and Thursdays from 7am-6pm and provide preventive, educational and therapeutic dental hygiene services to all dental patients. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: (This list is not all inclusive.) + Provides preventive, educational and therapeutic dental hygiene services to all dental patients of Grace Health, under the general supervision of a dentist and consistent with Michigan's Dental Practice Act. + Seats and dismisses patients. + Assists with maintenance, cleaning, set-up and sterilization of equipment and supplies when possible. + Assists with inventory and ordering of supplies. + Assists dentist as needed. + Maintains current and accurate dental records for each patient. + Although each position has its own unique duties and responsibilities, please refer to the policy on Job Descriptions for details that apply to every position. + Participates in OSHA compliance and monitoring + Practices universal precautions. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: + Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and operatory procedures. + Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe work environment. + Skill in performing a variety of treatments and procedures as allowed by statute. + Skill in maintaining dental records. + Skill in establishing and maintaining working relationships with patients, dental staff and the public. + Ability to maintain quality control standards. + Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. + Ability to read, understand and respond to detailed oral and written instructions. + Ability to communicate clearly. Education: High school diploma or GED. Graduation from an accredited school of dental hygiene Experience: One year of experience, preferably in a dental office setting Licensure: Licensed as a Registered Dental Hygienist Certification: Certification in local anesthesia and nitrous oxide preferred, Current BCLS certification