Part-Time Dental Hygienist - 10946

The mission of the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is to work collaboratively toward the prevention of homelessness and the creation of lasting solutions for homeless and at-risk families, children, and individuals throughout Colorado. The Coalition advocates for and provides a continuum of housing and a variety of services to improve the health, well-being, and stability of those it serves.

 

Our Philosophy of Service: We believe all people have the right to adequate housing and health care. We work to remove the barriers that restrict access to these rights. Society benefits when adequate housing and health care are available to everyone. We create lasting solutions to homelessness by: 

·         Honoring the inherent dignity of those we serve, affirming their capabilities and fostering their hope that a better life is possible. 

·         Building strong, caring and trauma-informed communities through the integration of housing, health care and supportive services. 

·         Advocating for social and racial equity, inclusion and diversity, and challenging the status quo in partnership with our workforce members and those we serve. 

·         Achieving excellence through continuous quality assurance, innovation and professional development. 

·         Using resources judiciously and effectively.  

 

Provides preventive and therapeutic dental hygiene services, including prophylaxis, fluoride application, periodontal care, radiographs, and oral health education. Assesses patient dental needs, develops care plans, and provides patient education. Assists dentists during procedures and supports overall clinic operations in serving adults and children experiencing homelessness. 

 

 

The effective date for your benefits will be the first of the month following your date of hire.

Assess dental condition and needs of patients through screenings, health history reviews, dental charting, perio charting, and vital sign collection. 

Deliver direct patient care including prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, polishing, fluoride application, x-rays, and oral hygiene instructions. 

Develop and implement individualized dental care plans and provide patient/family education under dentist supervision. 

Assist the dentist chairside during specialized tests, procedures, and treatments. 

Document dental history, chief complaints, procedures, and patient observations in the EHR; ensure follow-up on results. 

Provide emergency assistance and initiate care in response to adverse developments during treatment. 

Triage walk-in patients and initiate appropriate patient care. 

Support public oral health education initiatives tailored to the needs of individuals experiencing homelessness. 

Maintain accurate and complete EHR documentation including clinical services, telephone communications, tasks, authorizations, and insurance records. 

Ensure compliance with insurance documentation (e.g., CCARs, DACODs) and clinical authorization processes. 

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of EHR systems and implement upgrades as directed. 

Contribute to a respectful, inclusive, and team-oriented work environment that values diversity and collaboration. 

Meet required vaccination(s), as defined by applicable law, regulation, or CMS guidance. 

Perform other duties as assigned by management.