DENTAL HYGENIST!!! WELLINGTON OFFICE!!! ONE YEAR EXPERIENCE ONLY

Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and skilled FULL TIME DENTAL HYGIENIST to join our team at our office. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience in a dental setting and possess a strong understanding of dental hygiene practices. You will play a crucial role in providing exceptional patient care, performing assessments, and assisting in various dental procedures. Your expertise will contribute to the overall health and satisfaction of our patients.

Duties

• Conduct thorough patient assessments and document findings accurately.
• Perform dental cleanings, including scaling and polishing teeth.
• Administer local anesthesia as needed and monitor vital signs during procedures.
• Assist dentists with chairside duties, ensuring a smooth workflow during treatments.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and preventive care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Utilize EMR systems for documentation review and patient management.
• Implement infection control protocols and aseptic techniques to ensure a safe environment.
• Collaborate with the dental team to provide comprehensive care in general dentistry and pediatric dentistry.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in a dental office or clinic setting.
• Proficient in using dental software such as Eaglesoft.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, medical terminology, anatomy, and infection control practices.
• Experience with pediatric dentistry and chairside assisting is preferred.
• Familiarity with medical imaging techniques and vital signs monitoring.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients regarding their care and treatment options.
• Detail-oriented with excellent documentation skills for accurate record keeping.
• Commitment to providing high-quality patient care while adhering to safety standards. Join our team where your skills will make a difference in the lives of our patients!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40.00 - $43.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Collaborate with healthcare professionals • Chairside assisting • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Record keeping • Direct patient care • Anatomy knowledge • Dental office • Dental care patient counseling • Patient monitoring • Electronic health records (EHR) management • Medical procedure assistance • Initial assessment (medical evaluation) • Image acquisition for patient care • Safety regulations • Working with pediatric populations • HIPAA • Patient safety measures implementation • Full-time • Care documentation • Clinic experience • Imaging studies • Assisting medical staff • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Preventive health (patient care) • Chairside coronal polishing • Dental terminology • Anesthesiology • Eaglesoft • Clinical assessment documentation • Pediatrics • Health information regulatory compliance • Document review • Health record tracking • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • Patient counseling • In-person • 1 year • Aseptic technique • Patient treatment • Pediatric dentistry • Patient education • Managing patient records • Polishing • Entry level • Local anesthesia • Documentation reviews