Dental Hygienist

Job Summary We are a small town dental office focused on providing exceptional care to our patients. We are looking for a skilled and team oriented Dental Hygienist to join our team.

We are a non-corporate office that values work life balance and is focused on patient care- No burnout!!

One hygiene column- No more than 8 pt a day with 1- 1.5 hr time slots. We use dentrix.

Currently looking for 3 days a week with the option to become FT (4 days)

Pay: 45/hr

Benefits available:

-401k w match

-paid time off

• In house dental coverage for staff and family

• bonus

• paid uniform

• paid training

Duties

• Perform dental cleanings, including scaling and polishing to remove plaque and tartar buildup
• Take and evaluate vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, and respiration to assess patient health status
• Assist with medical imaging procedures like X-rays while maintaining proper aseptic techniques
• Provide patient education on oral hygiene practices, preventive care, and treatment options
• Review medical records and documentation to ensure accurate patient histories and treatment plans
• Support chairside assisting during various dental procedures in general dentistry and pediatric dentistry practices
• Maintain infection control protocols in accordance with HIPAA regulations and OSHA standards
• Use dental software systems like Dentrix for documentation review, scheduling, and record keeping
• Conduct patient assessments to identify oral health issues early and coordinate appropriate care
• Assist with medical coding and billing processes related to dental procedures

Qualifications

• Valid state licensure as a Dental Hygienist with current certification to practice in a clinical setting
• Proven experience in dental office environments, including familiarity with EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems Dentrix
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and infection control procedures
• Experience working with pediatric patients and in pediatric dentistry is highly desirable
• Excellent patient care skills with the ability to communicate effectively and empathetically
• Ability to perform four-handed dentistry techniques efficiently for optimal workflow
• Knowledge of medical terminology, vital signs assessment, and medical records management
• Commitment to maintaining HIPAA compliance and safeguarding patient confidentiality

Embark on a rewarding career where your skills make a difference every day! We are dedicated to supporting your professional growth while fostering a positive work environment that values your contributions. Join us in promoting healthy smiles and transforming lives through exceptional dental care!

Pay: Up to $45.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Record keeping • Direct patient care • Paid training • Anatomy knowledge • Document review (document control) • Dental office • Vital signs • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • Electronic health records (EHR) management • Achieving HIPAA compliance • Hourly pay • Image acquisition for patient care • Patient assessment • Medical coding • Maintaining patient confidentiality • Dental scaling • HIPAA • Mid-level • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Medical scheduling • Dental insurance • Preventive health (patient care) • Dental terminology • Working with children • Paid time off • Dentrix • Dental x-ray • Implementation of OSHA safety standards • Clinical documentation • Medical billing • Four handed dentistry • Patient interaction • 401(k) matching • In-person • Aseptic technique • Patient treatment • Pediatric dentistry • Managing patient records • Registered Dental Hygienist • Radiology • Health education and counseling