Registered Dental Hygienist

The Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC is seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Dental Hygienist to join our Faculty Practice on a part-time, fixed-term basis. This position is for 50% FTE and will last for six months. As a Registered Dental Hygienist in our Faculty Practice, you will provide high-quality clinical dental hygiene care and play a crucial role in ensuring our patients receive exceptional treatment. Your responsibilities will include assessing patients' health history, gathering and charting comprehensive data, and educating patients on maintaining optimal oral hygiene.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care: Provide clinical dental hygiene care, including assessing patients' health history to determine appropriate treatment.
• Scheduling: Schedule dental appointments efficiently and coordinate with the Faculty Practice team.
• Patient Assessment: Gather and chart comprehensive patient data, including medical and dental histories, to assist the dentist in treatment planning.
• X-Rays: Take and develop dental X-ray films, ensuring high-quality imaging for accurate diagnosis.
• Education: Evaluate patients' home care practices and educate them on proper oral hygiene techniques to improve their oral health.
• Treatment Planning: Develop and implement appropriate treatment plans for patients based on their individual needs.
• Referrals: Determine when further dental hygiene treatment is necessary and refer patients to the appropriate dental practitioners.

Qualifications:

• Current and valid Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license.
• At least 1 year of experience in a clinical dental hygiene role, preferably within an academic or faculty practice setting.
• Strong knowledge of dental hygiene procedures, X-ray techniques, and patient education.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to providing high-quality patient care in a university setting.

Why Join Us:

• Work in a prestigious academic environment at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC.
• Collaborate with experienced dental professionals and faculty members dedicated to patient care and education.
• Contribute to the health and well-being of our diverse patient population.

The hourly rate range for this position is $38.49- $55.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

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Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree And Specialized/technical training Dental Hygiene Minimum Experience: 1 year Minimum Skills: Directly related experience in field. TB test required within 3 months of hire. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) training, Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) training, and Axium training. Preferred Experience: 2 years