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Part time: 8a-4:30p

 Under general supervision of the Dentist, the Dental Hygienist will be responsible to perform licensed procedures in providing oral prophylaxis for dental patients who are primarily geriatric patients of the Dental Center. Duties include making of applicable radiographs, assisting in patient examination, application of topical fluorides, patient education in preventive dentistry. Operates radiographic equipment and other dental equipment to provide x-rays and clean teeth. Maintains equipment in working condition and notifies dentist of equipment malfunctions or service requirements. Examines and assists with examination of patients. Educates patients on dental and oral hygiene and preventive dentistry. Applies topical fluorides and/or local anesthetics. Makes radiographs as directed. Cleans teeth with appropriate tools and materials. Assists dentist and other staff as appropriate.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school education of equivalent. 2 years college.
• Registered dental hygienist from an accredited school, licensed by the State of Georgia.
• Two years experience preferred, advanced training desirable. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association is required.
  
  

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.