Employment Opportunities

Pay:

• $40–$46/hr for hygienist work

• $25/hr for administrative work (supply ordering, scheduling, and other dental-office admin)

• 40+ hours/month, scheduled as needed

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform dental prophylaxis, scaling, and root planing

• Conduct oral cancer screenings and periodontal evaluations

• Take digital radiographs and intraoral photos

• Apply fluoride and other preventive treatments

• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care

• Maintain electronic patient charts and treatment records

• Sterilize instruments per OSHA/CDC and state safety standards

• Assist with administrative duties, including supply inventory and scheduling

Requirements:

• Valid, unrestricted RDH license in Colorado

• Current CPR/BLS certification

• Local Anesthesia and Nitrous Oxide monitoring certifications (preferred)

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Proficient computing skills; admin training provided

• Experience with dental practice management software (e.g., Dentimax, Dexis) a plus

Pay:

• $35-48/hr for hygienist work

• 32-40 hours/week

Key Responsibilities:

• Consult and collaborate with Providers and other staff to support patient care and clinic operations, reporting any needs and problems related to patient care to the Provider.

• Comply with established patient care standards. Maintain established clinic policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control. Follow established routines and utilize supplies and equipment in a cost-effective manner.

• Utilize universal precautions in handling laboratory specimens and in the delivery of patient care.

• Cooperate with other personnel to achieve objectives and maintain good employee and public relations. Maintain patient rights and confidentiality of patient information and abide by established communications code.

• Greet patients and conduct patient intake, including rooming and collecting vital signs and interventions including blood draws, IV starts, and medication dispensing as requested by the Provider. Recognize and promptly report changes in patient condition to the appropriate Provider. Document all patient interactions and clinical data in a timely manner into the EMR.

• Educate patients on medications, treatments, and follow-up care as directed by Provider.

• Maintain a clean, orderly, safe environment for patients and personnel. Clean and disinfect rooms and equipment as needed.

• Restock supplies, linens, equipment and check for defects and outdating.

• Assist with annual inventory of medical supplies.

• Triage patient calls, assess needs, provide guidance and coordinate care as necessary.

• Manage prior authorization process for medications and procedures.

• Attend required meetings, in-services, and educational programs.

• Maintain current BLS, ACLS & PALS certifications.

• Maintain current RN license.

• Other duties as assigned

Required Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Current Colorado RN license.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Sufficient previous clinical experience (during training) in Physician office/medical clinic.

Competencies

• Initiative

• Time Management

• Decision Making

• Communication Proficiency

• Organization Skills

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

• This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds, as well as transfer patients of all wights with the assistance of other staff.

Travel

Travel to maintain professional growth and development through seminars, workshops and professional affiliations will be expected for full and or part time employment.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Benefits

Insurance, retirement plan, tenure-tiered PTO program, health savings account, and temporary use of an on-site apartment if needed.

Open until filled. Email your CV to LCMedCenter@lcamc.net. EOE.