Dental Hygenist

Overview

Join our dynamic dental team as a 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 dental 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, all while adhering to the highest standards of infection control and patient confidentiality. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a fast-paced, patient-centered setting In a holistic dental office.

Duties

• Perform dental cleanings, including scaling and polishing teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays) using dental x-ray equipment, ensuring accuracy and patient safety
• Conduct patient assessments by reviewing medical histories, vital signs, and current oral health status
• Assist dentists during procedures with chairside assisting, ensuring smooth workflow and patient comfort
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions
• Maintain accurate electronic health records (EHR/EHR management) using systems like Eaglesoft or Dentrix
• Follow infection prevention protocols by implementing aseptic techniques and managing healthcare infection control measures
• Review medical records and documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with HIPAA regulations
• Monitor and operate dental equipment safely while ensuring all tools are sterilized and maintained properly
• Support pediatric dentistry procedures when working with young patients in a friendly, approachable manner

Experience

• Proven experience working as a Dental Hygienist in a clinical or dental office setting with familiarity in general dentistry practices
• Knowledge of dental terminology, medical terminology, and anatomy relevant to oral health care
• Hands-on experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems- Carestack is what we use in house.
• Strong understanding of infection prevention management, aseptic techniques, and healthcare infection control standards
• Ability to perform dental x-rays accurately while maintaining patient safety and comfort
• Excellent client communication skills to educate patients effectively about dental care and treatment plans
• Familiarity with pediatric dentistry procedures is a plus for working with children in a pediatric-focused practice
• Certification as required by state law for Dental Hygienists; current licensure is mandatory

Join us to make a difference in patients’ lives through dedicated care, continuous learning, and teamwork!

Pay: $55.00 - $62.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

Patient comfort • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Customer communication • Anatomy knowledge • Dental diagnosis • Dental office • Equipment safety procedures • Vital signs • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • Electronic health records (EHR) management • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • Initial assessment (medical evaluation) • Pre-examination patient preparation • Medical equipment operation • In-person customer service • Working with pediatric populations • HIPAA • Patient safety measures implementation • Full-time • Care documentation • Clinic experience • Assisting medical staff • Mid-level • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • 401(k) • Preventive health (patient care) • Chairside coronal polishing • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Experience working with children • Records management • Children • Dentrix • Eaglesoft • Clinical assessment documentation • Health record chart audits • Pediatrics • Health information regulatory compliance • Contract • Health record tracking • Dental equipment • Medical equipment cleaning • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • Patient counseling • In-person • Healthcare treatment • Clinical confidentiality policies • Pediatric dentistry • Clinical documentation standards • Patient education • Managing patient records • Registered Dental Hygienist • Polishing • Communication skills • Flexible schedule • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling