POSITION SUMMARY

The Affiliated Practice Dental Hygienist performs professional dental care in the field of dental hygiene including all related clinical procedures. The dental hygienist will assist the doctor in promoting dental health by completing dental prophylaxis; providing oral cancer screening; radiographic studies; charting conditions of decay and disease; and performing procedures in compliance with the dental practices. Has broad responsibilities for clinical and community dental health education activities.The Affiliated Practice Dental Hygienist approaches their tasks in a team-based care fashion that supports patients and their families in self-management, self-efficacy, and behavior change. As an Affiliated Practice Dental Hygienist, employees must follow the standing orders developed as part of their employment and follow the rules and regulations to function as an Affiliated Practice Dental Hygienist.

EXPECTATIONS

Every Adelante Healthcare employee will strive to maximize their performance and contribution to Adelante Healthcare and the community we serve every day. Employees are expected to work in a manner that demonstrates a commitment to quality, patient safety, employee engagement, innovation, and the highest standards of personal integrity, professionalism, and competence.

OUR CORE VALUES

Compassion Excellence Integrity Learning Respect Sustainability