Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Physician Assistant

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Job description

A diverse, community-based health care organization, named one of the top five health centers in the nation for excellence in cultural competency, is seeking a Dentist Hygienist to join their enthusiastic dental team providing services for children and adults.
Summary:

• Provide direct care to scheduled patients and walk-in patients, when necessary, including established and new patients of all ages.
• Perform all necessary hygiene services, including oral screenings, x-rays, scaling, polishing, fluoride treatments, pit and fissure sealants, root planning, and curettage.
• Review patient medical history, medications, and consult dentist and medical provider as necessary.
• Take and record vitals.
• Assess and triage pain and dental concerns for scheduled appointments and patients with urgent needs.
• Educate patients on the proper methods of oral hygiene and perform nutritional counseling.
• Maintain a patient recall system.
• Responsible for accurate charting and documentation in a patient s dental chart within integrated electronic health record.
• Responsible for taking x-rays when appropriate.
• Prepare, disinfect, and sterilize dental equipment, instruments, and operatories as needed in accordance with clinic standards and manufacturers instructions.
• Participate in community outreach/education efforts, as appropriate and as assigned. This may include serving as an oral health consultant in our school-based programs, participating in oral health screenings, health education programs, etc.
• Recognize nutritional and behavioral health needs of the patients and make appropriate referrals.
• Consult and collaborate with other health center staff as appropriate.
• Participate in appropriate departmental and health center meetings.
• Participate in quality improvement activities as required by the health center or outside agency.
• Participate in on-site and off-site continuing education programs and in-service trainings to maintain licensure, comply with health center requirements, and to meet the needs of patients.
• Other duties as needed or required.

Requirements:

• Current and valid license to practice dental hygiene in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, local anesthesia permit preferred.
• International applicants welcome. Must be eligible to practice dentistry in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, including, if applicable, a minimum passing score on TOEFL or IELTS exam.
• At least one year of experience preferred.
• Spanish, Portuguese, Khmer, Kiswahili language skills a plus.

The Community:

This Massachusetts city lies on the banks of the Merrimack River, about 30 miles northwest of Boston. If you prefer a slower pace of live, New Hampshire is just a short drive away as well.
Located near Interstate Highways I-495, I-93, and U.S. Route 3, you can enjoy easy access to neighboring states of New Hampshire and Maine. With affordable housing options and a variety of outdoor activities, it's an ideal place for families and young professionals to call home.

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