The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is located in the heart of downtown L.A. and is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the "Trojan Family," which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university what it is.
USC's School of Dentistry is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist to join its team.
The Registered Dental Hygienist provides clinical dental hygiene patient care. Schedules dental appointments. Assesses patient's health history to determine if treatment appropriate. Gathers all of the patient data and information for the dentist. Charts medical and dental histories. Takes and develops dental X-ray films. Evaluates patient's home care and educates patient on good oral hygiene practices. Plans appropriate treatment for patient. Determines appropriate referrals for further dental hygiene treatment and refers patient to appropriate dental practitioners.
Job Accountabilities
- Cleans and polishes teeth using scaling instruments and a rotating polisher. Applies decay preventive agents such as fluorides and sealants.
- Administers local anesthetic and nitrous oxide sedation as needed.
- Schedules dental appointments for patients.
- Assesses patient's health history to determine if treatment is appropriate. Evaluates patient's vital signs to determine if they meet treatment criteria. Gathers all of the patient data and information for the dentist. Charts medical and dental histories.
- Plans appropriate treatment for the patient. Determines and plans patient recall frequency. Determines appropriate referrals for further dental hygiene treatment. Refers patient to appropriate dental practitioners and makes appropriate appointments.
- Performs intraoral and extraoral examination to check for abnormalities. Evaluates patient's home care. Educates patient on good oral hygiene practices.
- Takes and develops dental X-ray films.
- Evaluates patient's treatment needs. Advises patient on treatment needs.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
The University of Southern California values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment. Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum Education: Specialized/technical training
- Minimum Experience: 1 year
- Minimum Field of Expertise: Directly related experience in field. Must have a minimum of a two-year degree from an accredited (American Dental Association) dental program. Must have a California Dental Hygienist license. Must have a California Radiology license.
- Preferred Experience: 2 years
