Job description
Assists Dentists in a variety of procedures, while ensuring appropriate & reasonable patient care. Develops and implements individualized dental care plans for patients; performs patient education, discharge planning, and patient/family teaching under the supervision of a qualified dentist. Delivers direct patient care to patients as assigned, using established dental hygienist procedures; performs routine treatment procedures, such as cleaning, polishing, x-rays, application of sealants and fluorides, and related procedures. Assists in preparation of patient care areas, and in the patient admission, transfer, and discharge process, as required; prepares reports and assists as required with patient reception, telephone calls, routine triage, and other office duties.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in a directly related clinical field with no previous experience required.
- Current State of Illinois Registered Dental Hygienist license.
About Near North:
Near North Health (NNH), a 501(c)(3) non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), is one of the largest providers of community-based primary health care in Chicago. We provide medical services, social services, and nutrition education to medically indigent and uninsured individuals and families.
Our experienced dental team provides both adults and children with ongoing preventative care, emphasizing proper oral health practices to prevent tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease from occurring in the future. Our goal is for patients to receive the appropriate dental hygiene and be happy with their smile.
Dental Services include:
- Dental screenings and exams
- X-rays
- Cleanings
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Sealants
- Fillings
- Extractions
- Referrals for oral surgery
Near North provides dental services at its following community health centers:
North Kostner Health Center
1520 North Kostner
Chicago, IL 60651
Komed Holman Health Center
4259 South Berkeley Avenue
Chicago, IL 60653
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