Registered Dental Hygienist

Job Overview

Join our dynamic dental team as a Registered Dental Hygienist and become a vital part of delivering exceptional oral health care! In this energetic role, you will provide comprehensive dental hygiene services, educate patients on maintaining optimal oral health, and support the overall efficiency of our dental practice. Your expertise will help foster a welcoming environment where patients feel confident and cared for. We are committed to empowering our hygienists with the tools and support needed to excel and grow professionally.

Duties

• Perform thorough dental cleanings, including scaling and polishing to remove plaque and tartar buildup
• Conduct patient assessments by taking vital signs, medical histories, and reviewing medical records to ensure safe treatment plans
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays) using dental imaging equipment while maintaining radiation safety protocols
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions to promote lifelong dental health
• Assist with chairside procedures in four-handed dentistry, ensuring smooth workflow between dentist and hygienist
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient care, treatment plans, and medical records in electronic health record (EHR) systems. We use Open Dental.
• Follow infection prevention management protocols, including aseptic techniques and infection control standards aligned with HIPAA compliance

Requirements

• Valid state licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist with current credentials to practice legally
• Proven experience in general dentistry and pediatric dentistry environments is highly preferred
• Proficiency in dental terminology, dental equipment operation, and medical terminology for accurate patient assessment and documentation
• Familiarity with EHR/EHR system for efficient record keeping and documentation review. We use Open Dental.
• Strong understanding of healthcare infection prevention, control practices, and HIPAA regulations to maintain patient confidentiality
• Ability to perform dental x-ray procedures safely while adhering to radiation safety standards
• Excellent client communication skills with a focus on patient education and comfort during procedures
• Knowledge of anatomy relevant to dental care is advantageous

Join us in making a difference by providing top-tier dental care in a vibrant, supportive environment! We value energetic professionals dedicated to improving patient outcomes through compassionate care, technical expertise, and continuous learning. All roles are paid positions that offer opportunities for growth within our thriving practice.

Pay: $43.64 - $52.56 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Patient comfort • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Record keeping • Customer communication • Anatomy knowledge • Dental diagnosis • Dental office • Vital signs • HIPAA compliance • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • Preparing dental treatment areas • Initial assessment (medical evaluation) • Treatment plan documentation • Pre-examination patient preparation • Image acquisition for patient care • Medical equipment operation • Safety regulations • In-person customer service • HIPAA • Patient safety measures implementation • Full-time • Care documentation • Imaging studies • Mid-level • Diagnostic evaluation • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Dental insurance • Preventive health (patient care) • Chairside coronal polishing • Hospital radiation policies • Patient history taking • One-on-one patient counseling • Dental terminology • Paid time off • Clinical assessment documentation • Document review • Dental equipment • Four handed dentistry • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • Health information management • Patient counseling • In-person • Employee discount • Aseptic technique • Clinical confidentiality policies • Patient treatment • Pediatric dentistry • Medical post-procedure instructions • Patient education • Safety standard operating procedures • Managing patient records • Registered Dental Hygienist • Polishing • Communication skills • Flexible schedule • Open Dental • Referral program • Retirement plan • Documentation reviews • Radiation protection measures