Dental Hygienist

Job Description

This full-time benefited position provides dental hygiene care for the Dental Care program. The position will communicate the mission of the program, set and reach departmental goals, and under the general supervision of a qualified dentist in an ambulatory care setting, assess patient needs, plan and deliver direct dental hygiene care and associated services to patients as is allowed under licensure.

The Dental Care program is called to provide excellent, comprehensive dental care in a kind, compassionate setting to low-income patients in Eastern Oklahoma, to eliminate pain and improve overall health.

Ministerial

As a ministerial representative of CCEOK, it is expected that both professional and social behavior be aligned with the ethical and moral standards of the Catholic Church
Pray daily for the needs of the poor; opportunities include personal prayer, daily Mass, and/or adoration
Willingness to learn how to articulate Catholic teaching with a commitment to its application in the job function
Execute duties in a Christ-like manner with love and compassion following the values and principles of the program, Catholic Charities and Catholic Social Teaching

Skills and Abilities

Patience when assisting the population served
Clear oral and written communication skills
Ability to work independently as well as with a team
Considerable knowledge of dental terminology and charting practices
Considerable knowledge of the principles of dental health promotion and prevention
Working knowledge of Federal and OSHA regulations for dental clinics
Intermediate computer skills with knowledge of Dentrix software and digital x-rays
Ability to work independently as well as with a team
Ability to handle stressful situations
Provides quality patient care to patients of all types and backgrounds without discrimination
Respects and maintains confidentiality
Is culturally sensitive to the needs of the medically indigent
Responds to patient needs
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic clinic environment and to handle multiple demands and responsibilities

Community Outreach

Willing to provide education and outreach in the community
Represent program at occasional community meetings
Performs other related duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

Proficiency in Spanish and fluency in English (reading, writing and speaking) preferred
Ability to lead teams and work in context with the larger organization as a whole
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to prioritize multiple projects and ensure all deadlines are met

Working Conditions

Majority of time spent in this position is in a clean, well-lighted, heated and/or air conditioned indoor office setting with adequate ventilation
May risk exposure to radiation
May risk exposure to biohazards and communicable diseases
Work is performed primarily sitting and sometimes must get into awkward positions to reach patients' teeth
May occasionally be in situations in which others may be rude or unpleasant
Occasional periods of stress
To apply for a position, please send resume and cover letter to:

Mail:
Catholic Charities
Attn: Human Resources
P.O. Box 580460
Tulsa, OK 74158-0460

Email:
hr@cceok.org

For more information:
call (918) 508-7121

Minimum requirements:
18 years or older
High school diploma or equivalent

About the Employer

Together, we are Love Changing Lives! Every day, our neighbors come to Catholic Charities in search of hope. From pregnancy care to end-of-life care, and everything in between, our 15 programs and 7 locations serve those in need across Eastern Oklahoma. We are the largest provider of food to individuals in need in the state of Oklahoma, but we also provide dental care, adult education, immigration legal services, transitional living for pregnant women and single mothers, and more. We welcome all who come to our door, without regard for race, nationality, creed or religion; approximately 85% of those we serve are not Catholic.