Dental Hygienist

*Overview *

We are looking for a hygienist for Fridays 9am-2pm and every other Saturday 9am-3pm, no Saturdays in July and August

Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Hygienist, where your expertise will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and promoting optimal oral health. In this energized and rewarding role, you will work closely with patients to provide thorough cleanings, assessments, and education while supporting the overall efficiency of our dental practice. Your dedication to maintaining high standards of infection control and patient comfort will help us create a welcoming environment for all.

Duties

• Perform dental cleanings, including scaling and polishing to remove plaque and tartar buildup.
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs and medical history reviews.
• Take and develop medical imaging such as X-rays, ensuring proper technique and safety protocols.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions.
• Maintain accurate dental records, documenting treatment details, patient responses, and medical information in EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems like Eaglesoft or Dentrix.
• Follow strict infection control procedures, including aseptic techniques and sterilization of instruments, to uphold HIPAA regulations and ensure patient safety.

Skills

• Proficiency with dental software such as iTero and Dentrix for documentation review and scheduling.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and general dentistry procedures.
• Knowledge of infection control standards, aseptic techniques, and sterilization processes.
• Excellent communication skills to educate patients effectively and collaborate with team members in a fast-paced environment. Join us in making a difference by providing top-tier dental care that transforms smiles! We are committed to fostering a positive workplace where your skills grow alongside your passion for helping others. All positions are paid roles that value your expertise and dedication—come be part of our vibrant dental community!

Pay: $49.00 - $58.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Patient comfort • Anatomy knowledge • Dental office • Vital signs • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • Electronic health records (EHR) management • General dentistry • Image acquisition for patient care • Patient assessment • Dental scaling • HIPAA • Diagnostic evaluation • Patient safety • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Preventive health (patient care) • Dental sterilization procedures • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Dentrix • Eaglesoft • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • Patient charting • Managing patient records • Radiology • Communication skills • Health education and counseling • Entry level