Registered Dental Hygienist

Overview Join our dynamic dental team as a Registered Dental Hygienist and become a vital part of delivering exceptional oral healthcare! In this energetic role, you will combine your expertise in dental hygiene with a passion for patient care to promote healthy smiles and positive experiences. Your dedication to maintaining high standards of infection control, patient education, and clinical excellence will help us create a welcoming environment where patients feel confident and cared for. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. Hiring for Monday, Tuesday, and Thursdays, 8 am to 4pm (1 hour lunch)

Duties

• Perform comprehensive dental cleanings, including scaling and polishing, to remove plaque and tartar buildup.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments by reviewing medical histories, taking vital signs, and evaluating oral health status.
• Take and develop medical imaging such as X-rays, ensuring proper technique and safety protocols are followed.
• Provide patient education on oral hygiene practices, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions to promote lifelong dental health.
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records using systems like Eaglesoft or Dentrix, ensuring HIPAA compliance at all times.
• Follow strict infection control protocols, including aseptic techniques and sterilization procedures, to safeguard patient and staff health.
• Review documentation for accuracy and completeness, supporting proper billing with medical coding when applicable.

Skills

• Proficiency in dental software systems such as Eaglesoft and Dentrix for scheduling, documentation.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, infection control standards, and medical terminology relevant to dental practice.
• Experience in pediatric dentistry and pediatrics-focused p
• Skilled in chairside assisting with a focus on four-handed dentistry techniques that enhance workflow efficiency.
• Ability to accurately perform vital signs measurement and medical imaging procedures with attention to detail.
• Excellent patient care skills with a compassionate approach that fosters trust and comfort.
• Familiarity with HIPAA regulations governing patient privacy and data security.
• Knowledge of dental records management, documentation review, and billing procedures within a dental setting.
• Understanding of aseptic techniques and infection control practices essential for maintaining a safe clinical environment.
• Previous experience working in general dentistry or dental clinics is highly valued for this role. Embark on a rewarding career where your skills make a tangible impact! We’re committed to supporting your professional growth while ensuring you thrive in a vibrant team dedicated to excellence in dental care.

Pay: From $45.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Patient comfort • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Record keeping • Patient scheduling systems • Anatomy knowledge • Dental diagnosis • Dental office • Vital signs • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • Preparing dental treatment areas • Initial assessment (medical evaluation) • Pre-examination patient preparation • Image acquisition for patient care • Working with pediatric populations • Practice management software • HIPAA • Care documentation • Imaging studies • Mid-level • Diagnostic evaluation • Patient safety • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Medical scheduling • Preventive health (patient care) • Dental sterilization procedures • Chairside coronal polishing • Patient history taking • One-on-one patient counseling • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Dentrix • Eaglesoft • Health record chart audits • Health information regulatory compliance • Dental equipment • Four handed dentistry • Computer skills • Document quality checks • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • Health information management • In-person • Clinical confidentiality policies • Patient treatment • Pediatric dentistry • Clinical documentation standards • Patient education • Safety standard operating procedures • Managing patient records • Registered Dental Hygienist • Radiology • Polishing • Medical record review for billing accuracy • Documentation review for coding accuracy