Registered Dental Hygienist

Job Summary Join our dynamic dental team as a Registered Dental Hygienist and play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care! In this energetic and rewarding position, you will provide comprehensive dental hygiene services, educate patients on oral health, and support the overall efficiency of our dental practice. Your expertise will help foster a comfortable environment where patients feel valued and confident in their dental care journey. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to utilize your skills in a fast-paced, patient-centered setting dedicated to promoting healthy smiles.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough dental cleanings, including scaling and polishing to remove plaque and calculus buildup.
• Conduct initial patient assessments by reviewing medical histories, vital signs, and current dental concerns.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, preventive care, and treatment options to enhance their oral health.
• Assist the dentist during procedures using four-handed dentistry techniques to ensure smooth workflow.
• Take and interpret medical imaging such as X-rays while adhering to infection control protocols.
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of patient records, treatment plans, and progress notes in EMR systems like Eaglesoft or Dentrix.
• Ensure strict compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect patient confidentiality and privacy.

Requirements

• Valid licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist with current state certification.
• Proven experience working in general dentistry or pediatric dentistry environments.
• Proficiency with dental software such as Dentrix, along with familiarity with EMR systems.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, infection control practices, and aseptic techniques.
• Ability to perform chairside assisting duties efficiently while maintaining excellent patient care standards.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, medical coding, and documentation review processes.
• Experience with pediatric dentistry is preferred but not required; a passion for working with children is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills to educate patients effectively and collaborate seamlessly with team members. Embark on a fulfilling career where your skills make a real difference! We’re dedicated to supporting your professional growth while providing top-tier care for our patients. Join us today to be part of a vibrant team committed to creating healthier smiles every day!

Pay: $32.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Patient comfort • Anatomy knowledge • Dental office • Vital signs • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • Electronic health records (EHR) management • Achieving HIPAA compliance • Image acquisition for patient care • Patient assessment • Medical coding • Maintaining patient confidentiality • Dental scaling • HIPAA • Mid-level • Diagnostic evaluation • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Preventive health (patient care) • Dental terminology • Working with children • Paid time off • Children • Dentrix • Eaglesoft • Four handed dentistry • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • Progress documentation • In-person • Aseptic technique • Patient treatment • Pediatric dentistry • Managing patient records • Registered Dental Hygienist • Radiology • Communication skills • Health education and counseling