Registered Dental Hygienist

Job Summary
We are currently looking for an energetic, full-time OR part-time hygienist who loves working with children & enjoys working as a team. Applicants must be compassionate and maintain a positive outlook. We have 5 doctors that travel between our three offices in Fort Worth, Keller and Saginaw. We offer competitive pay, 401k, vacation & PTO depending on if you are part-time for full-time.

The ideal candidate will provide exceptional patient care, perform thorough dental cleanings, and assist in maintaining a safe and efficient clinical environment. This role requires a strong understanding of dental procedures, patient assessment, and infection control protocols, ensuring the highest standards of oral health care are met.

Responsibilities

• Perform dental prophylaxis, including cleaning and polishing teeth to prevent oral disease
• Conduct patient assessments by taking vital signs and reviewing medical histories
• Assist with chairside procedures, including four-handed dentistry techniques
• Take and develop medical imaging such as X-rays while adhering to safety protocols
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions
• Ensure infection control standards are strictly followed, including aseptic techniques and sterilization procedures
• Review medical records for completeness and accuracy prior to treatment
• Assist with patient management in pediatric dentistry cases when necessary
• Comply with HIPAA regulations to protect patient confidentiality
• Support the dental team with general administrative tasks related to patient care

Qualifications

• Valid state licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist
• Proven experience in dental office settings, including pediatric dentistry
• Knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, medical coding, and documentation review processes
• Strong understanding of infection control practices and aseptic techniques
• Ability to perform vital signs assessment and utilize medical imaging equipment effectively
• Excellent patient care skills with a compassionate approach toward diverse patient populations, including pediatrics
• Familiarity with HIPAA compliance and medical records management
• Effective communication skills to educate patients about oral health strategies

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $50.00 - $55.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Background check • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Direct patient care • Dental office • Vital signs • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • Initial assessment (medical evaluation) • Image acquisition for patient care • Medical equipment operation • Safety regulations • Medical coding • In-person customer service • Working with pediatric populations • HIPAA • Full-time • Care documentation • Imaging studies • Assisting medical staff • Mid-level • Diagnostic evaluation • Patient safety • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • 401(k) • Dental sterilization procedures • Chairside coronal polishing • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Experience working with children • Records management • Paid time off • Children • Clinical documentation • Health information regulatory compliance • Dental equipment • Dental office experience • Four handed dentistry • Medical equipment cleaning • Document quality checks • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • Patient counseling • In-person • Clinical confidentiality policies • Patient treatment • Pediatric dentistry • Medical post-procedure instructions • Safety standard operating procedures • Managing patient records • Registered Dental Hygienist • Radiology • Polishing • Communication skills • Health education and counseling