Traveling Registered Dental Hygienist- Part-Time

Traveling Dental Hygienists are responsible for: 

• Conducting oral health examinations on participants age 1 and older, which may include assessments of dental caries, periodontal disease and other oral-related conditions and diseases, such as edentulism and dental sealants 
• Collect oral rinse samples and administer medical history screening
• Provide care recommendations and consult on preliminary results
• Participating in quality assurance and maintain examination equipment
• Follow study protocols and infection control guidelines
• Participate in quality assurance and maintain examination equipment
• Setting up/packing up the dental examination room, including packing, unpacking, and storing light equipment and supplies 
• Performing spirometry, audiometry, or vision measurements on participants after receiving appropriate training.
• Attending project training, complete RTI required courses and certification by end of training
• May act as backup MEC team lead to manage staff and daily schedule
• Assisting in setting up and shutting down the MEC including handling stair components, floor covers and expansion sides of the vehicles 
• This position involves lifting equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications: 

• Minimum 21 years old 
• Successfully complete the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE)
• Active dental hygienist license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (one of the 50 states or District of Columbia)
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a medical or dental facility
• CPR certification (or willingness to obtain within 3 months
• Strong communication skills, especially with children and parents
• Basic computer proficiency and clerical skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Must possess a valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications for Ideal Candidates:

• At least 3 years of experience in a medical or dental facility
• Fluency in Spanish
• Willingness to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) to operate MEC vehicles (38 feet in length and over 26,000 lbs. in weight) to various study locations