Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
Valley Healthcare System provides comprehensive primary care, selected specialties, and referral services for residents of the Chattahoochee Valley, regardless of circumstances. We are a patient-centered, team-based organization that puts our community first. Our company is growing rapidly, and we are currently in search of a Dental Hygienist who shares our passion for improving lives through compassionate care.
Position Summary
The Dental Hygienist is responsible for delivering high-quality dental hygiene care to patients, including exams, prophylaxis, scaling and root planning, oral health education, and more. The ideal candidate will be patient-focused, team-oriented, and committed to helping our patients maintain their dental health across the lifespan.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Review and prepare patient charts and health histories daily
• Collaborate with administrative staff to schedule hygiene patients efficiently
• Perform thorough and gentle prophylaxis
• Conduct scaling, root planning, and selective polishing
• Accurately chart periodontal health and update dental records
• Polish dental restorations as appropriate
• Provide oral hygiene instruction and nutritional counseling to patients
• Maintain cleanliness and readiness of treatment rooms and equipment
• Manage hygiene-related supply inventory and patient education materials
• Participate actively in team meetings and office improvement initiatives
• Assist with the recall system and front office coordination as needed
• Support the dentist and broader clinical team with delegated duties
Hours of Operation
• Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Saturday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location
• Columbus, GA
• Talbotton, GA
• Fortson, GA
Requirements:
• Completion of an accredited Dental Hygiene program (minimum 2 years post-secondary)
• Current Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in the state of Georgia
• Current CPR certification
• Proficient in performing prophylaxis and taking X-rays
• Prior experience in a clinical setting preferred
Skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative care team
• Attention to detail and strong documentation skills
Compliance & Confidentiality
• Adhere to HIPAA Privacy & Security regulations and Valley Healthcare System’s confidentiality policies
• Maintain the confidentiality of all patient records (oral, written, electronic)
• Comply with all Federal, State, and Local medical service requirements and internal policies
Physical & Environmental Requirements
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting; occasional lifting of items >50 lbs
• Normal range of motion, vision, and hearing required
• Must be able to assist or lift patients as necessary
• Regular exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, radiation, and clinical cleaning agents
• Work may require irregular hours and involves exposure to bodily fluids (position is considered at-risk for occupational exposure)
Benefits
• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• $3,000 Health Spending Visa for medical costs (copays, prescriptions, etc.)
• Total benefits value estimated at $14,000 annually
Valley Healthcare System is an equal opportunity employer.