Dental Hygienist

Locations:

422 Mariano Bishop Blvd. Fall River, MA

199 Pleasant St. Fall River, MA

Hours of Operations:

Mon, Tues, Thurs: 8AM -5PM

Weds: 8AM-6PM, Fri: 8AM-3PM

Sat: 8AM-1PM

Job Summary

Join our dynamic dental team at True Dental, as a Dental Hygienist, where your expertise in preventive oral health care will make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. In this vital 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 energetic approach and commitment to patient care will help foster a welcoming environment that promotes healthy smiles and confidence.

Duties

• Perform thorough dental cleanings, including scaling and polishing to remove plaque and tartar buildup.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays) ensuring proper technique and patient safety.
• Conduct patient assessments by measuring vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices, including brushing, flossing, and preventive care strategies.
• Assist the dentist during various procedures using four-handed dentistry techniques to enhance workflow efficiency.
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records using electronic health records (EHR) systems like Eaglesoft or Dentrix, ensuring HIPAA compliance and confidentiality.
• Follow infection prevention protocols, including aseptic techniques and sterilization of dental equipment to ensure a safe environment for all.
• Review documentation for accuracy, update medical histories, and assist with medical coding for billing purposes.
• Support pediatric dentistry cases by adapting communication and care strategies suitable for children and adolescents.
• Manage dental equipment operation, troubleshoot issues promptly, and ensure all tools are functioning correctly for safe patient care.

Experience

• Proven experience working as a Dental Hygienist in a busy dental office or clinic setting. Must have a current- Good Standing MA Hygienist License
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) management systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, medical terminology, and infection control standards.
• Experience performing dental x-rays (dental imaging) with attention to safety protocols.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations, including pediatrics, ensuring clear understanding of treatment plans.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations related to patient confidentiality and data security.
• Prior experience in general dentistry or pediatric dentistry is highly preferred.
• Certification in dental assisting or related fields is advantageous but not required; ongoing education is encouraged to stay current with best practices.

Benefits:

After Probationary Period

• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Select Holidays
• 401 (k) Match
• Free Life Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Free Preventative/Basic Restorative Dental Treatment for employee and immediate household family members.

*This position is hourly based, plus performance commission. *

Embark on a rewarding career where your skills directly contribute to healthier smiles! We are committed to providing paid positions that support your professional growth while delivering exceptional care to our community’s patients.

Pay: $41.00 - $44.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Work Location: In person

Commission pay • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Direct patient care • Anatomy knowledge • Dental office • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • Preparing dental treatment areas • Hourly pay • Medical coding • Paid holidays • In-person customer service • Working with pediatric populations • HIPAA • Patient safety measures implementation • Full-time • Care documentation • Clinic experience • Imaging studies • Mid-level • Blood pressure monitoring • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Health insurance • Preventive health (patient care) • Initial patient assessment • Dental sterilization procedures • Chairside coronal polishing • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Records management • Data management • Paid time off • Electronic health record (EHR) management for billing and coding • Children • Dentrix • Eaglesoft • Health information regulatory compliance • Health record tracking • Parental leave • Dental equipment • Adolescents • Four handed dentistry • Dental Hygiene • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • Adolescents • Patient counseling • 401(k) matching • In-person • Employee discount • Clinical confidentiality policies • Patient treatment • Pediatric dentistry • Patient education • Managing patient records • Registered Dental Hygienist • Documentation review • Polishing • Flexible schedule • Safety protocol implementation • Life insurance • Medical record review for billing accuracy • Paid sick time