Registered Dental Hygienist

Job Summary:

Join our dynamic dental team as a Registered Dental Hygienist, where your expertise in oral health and patient care will make a meaningful difference. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive dental hygiene services, educate patients on optimal oral health practices, and support the overall efficiency of our dental practice. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will help foster a welcoming environment that promotes healthy smiles and positive patient experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Perform dental prophylaxis procedures, including cleaning teeth, removing plaque, tartar, and stains to promote oral health.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments by reviewing medical histories, vital signs, and current dental conditions.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays) ensuring proper technique and safety protocols are followed.
• Educate patients on proper dental care techniques, including brushing, flossing, and dietary advice tailored to pediatric dentistry when applicable.
• Assist the dentist chairside during examinations and procedures using four-handed dentistry techniques to enhance efficiency.
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records using EMR/EHR systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix while ensuring HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality.
• Follow infection prevention management protocols by adhering to aseptic techniques and infection control standards to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.

Requirements:

• Valid OREGON HYGIENE AND RADIOLOGY LICENSURE.
• Proven experience in general dentistry, with specific knowledge of pediatric dentistry preferred.
• Proficiency in dental software systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix for documentation review and electronic health records management.
• Strong understanding of dental terminology, medical terminology, and anatomy relevant to dental care.
• Hands-on experience with dental equipment including X-ray machines, sterilization tools, and other clinical instruments.
• Knowledge of healthcare infection prevention and control practices aligned with HIPAA regulations.
• Excellent client communication skills with the ability to educate patients effectively about their oral health needs.

Join us in delivering exceptional dental care through a vibrant team committed to patient well-being! We value energetic professionals who are passionate about promoting healthy smiles while maintaining the highest standards of safety, confidentiality, and clinical excellence. NEW GRADS AND EXPERIENCED HYGIENISTS WELCOME.

WAGE: $60 TO $75

DAYS: THIS POSTION CAN BE FULL TIME OR PART TIME. YOU WILL BE ABLE TO CHOOSE YOUR DAYS.

BENEFITS: FULL BENEFITS FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT, PART TIME MAY HAVE REDUCED BENEFITS.

APPLY: WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU. PLEASE SEND YOUR RESUME TO OUR INDEED AD. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME AND INTEREST.

Pay: $60.00 - $75.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8.0 – 36.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Nutrition • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Record keeping • Direct patient care • Customer communication • Anatomy knowledge • Dental office • Vital signs • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • Electronic health records (EHR) management • Preparing dental treatment areas • Initial assessment (medical evaluation) • Safety regulations • In-person customer service • Dental scaling • HIPAA • Patient safety measures implementation • Full-time • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Health insurance • 401(k) • Dental sterilization procedures • Dental terminology • Dentrix • Eaglesoft • Clinical documentation • Health information regulatory compliance • Document review • Dental equipment • Four handed dentistry • Operating medical imaging equipment • Health information management • Patient counseling • 401(k) matching • In-person • Employee discount • Clinical confidentiality policies • Patient treatment • Pediatric dentistry • Patient education • Safety standard operating procedures • Managing patient records • Registered Dental Hygienist • Communication skills • Flexible schedule • Entry level • Retirement plan