Dental Hygienist (26-05)

La Clinica de Familia (LCDF) is a FQHC with several locations in Southern New Mexico. For over 40 years, we have provided services to the residents of Southern New Mexico. Our mission statement definitely speaks to what La Clinica de Familia stands for, which is to empower and enrich families, individuals, and communities by providing quality medical, dental, behavioral health and educational service for people of all cultures.

Exempt

up to 70,000

Contracted

Job Summary:

Responsible primarily for performing preventive and dental prophylaxis services and for providing patient educational services (adult and child) regarding prevention of dental diseases. Also serves in a leadership capacity for dental office.

Core Competencies:

• High level of skill in cleaning and caring for dentition and periodontium
• Working knowledge of most current methods and practices in prevention of dental disease and prophylaxis
• Proficient in non surgical periodontal therapy & maintenance
• Strong ability to be Gongenial and respectful with patients
• Excellent communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle patient complaints with tact and diplomacy
• High degree of organization and critical thinking skills
• Strong sense of self-initiative and adaptability

Job Requirements:

Bachelors or Associates Degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited ADA program with one year work experience in the field.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance - PPO
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(K) with employer matching
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Supplement Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holidays (9)
• Education Reimbursement
• Cafeteria Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Travel Reimbursement

26-05-368-01

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