Department: Location: Health Sciences Center Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Regular Job Req ID: R106916 Minimum Requirements: Associate degree in Dental Hygiene, licensed as a Dental Hygienist and 2 years of related experience. Grade 7 (Hourly) Position Description: The University of Louisville School of Dentistry is seeking to hire a Dental Hygienist I. The Dental Hygienist will provide dental hygiene services for new and periodic recall patients at the University of Louisville Dental Associates Faculty Private Practice located at 501 South Preston Street, Louisville, KY 40202-1701. May be eligible for $5,000 sign-on/ retention bonus per ULSD policies and procedures and a $5,000 bonus upon the completion of one year of service. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Performs scaling, root planning, and polishing patients teeth i Determines vital signs, reviews medical history, performs preliminary exam, charts missing and filled teeth. Exposes, develops, and mounts periapical and panoramic radiographs. Enters patient data on chart as appropriate. Instructs patients in the cause, prevention, and consequences of periodontal disease. Instructs patients on appropriate oral hygiene techniques. Maintains instruments and operatory according to accepted standards. Manage recall appointment schedules and records. Other duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications: CPR certification. Dental Hygiene license from the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Initiative: Exhibits capacity to act independently. Demonstrates effort to accomplish tasks and meet organizational needs. Take independent action where appropriate and utilize sound judgement. Teamwork: Demonstrates understanding of team goals and works cooperatively with peer(s) to achieve those goals. Adaptability and flexibility: Adapts to new situations in a positive manner and responds appropriately to learning and applying new skills. Communication: Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. Listens well and responds appropriately. Maintains open communication. Has good rapport with patients, peers and supervisors. Organized: Employee demonstrates the ability to plan, prioritize and organize tasks. · Professionalism and Customer Service: Responsive. Inform constituents of the process at hand, is pleasant to work with and provides timely, accurate information. · Remain calm under pressure, in emergency situations. Benefits The University of Louisville has an exceptional benefits package; to learn more about our benefits please visit here Target Compensation Maximum: $44.77 Target Compensation Minimum: $29.85 Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at employment@louisville.edu or 502.852.6258. Assistance and Accommodations Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208. If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment@louisville.edu or by phone 502-852-6258. The University of Louisville is committed to being a great place to work, learn and invest. It is a place where you will thrive in a community of inclusivity, cultivate your innovative power and work where youll discover your purpose. Join the Cardinal Family today. Learn more about the University at our About Us page.
