Dental Hygienist

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Dental Hygienist to join our dynamic dental team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in dental hygiene practices, with a focus on providing comprehensive patient care, education, and maintaining the highest standards of infection control. As a key member of our dental practice, you will be responsible for delivering preventive dental services, assisting with patient assessments, and supporting overall clinic operations to ensure an exceptional patient experience.

Duties

• Perform thorough dental cleanings, including scaling and polishing, to promote optimal oral health.
• Conduct patient assessments by taking vital signs and reviewing medical histories in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care strategies tailored to individual needs.
• Capture and interpret dental radiographs (X-rays) using dental imaging equipment while ensuring radiation safety protocols.
• Assist dentists during procedures through chairside support, including handling dental instruments and managing patient comfort.
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records within electronic health records (EHR) systems such as Open Dental.
• Follow infection prevention protocols by adhering to aseptic techniques and sterilization procedures for all dental equipment.
• Review documentation for accuracy and completeness, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.

Requirements

• Valid state licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist with current certification to perform dental hygiene procedures.
• Proven experience in general dentistry
• Proficiency in using Practice Management systems such as Open Dental for documentation and record management.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, medical terminology, and anatomy relevant to oral health care.
• Expertise in infection control practices, including sterilization techniques and healthcare infection prevention measures.
• Ability to perform dental x-rays accurately while maintaining patient safety and comfort during procedures.
• Excellent communication skills for effective client interaction, education, and team collaboration.
• Knowledge of medical coding, medical imaging, and EMR/EHR management is advantageous.

Join our team to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through exceptional dental care while advancing your professional skills in a supportive environment committed to excellence!

Pay: $44.00 - $47.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Experience:

• hygiene: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Hygiene License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Patient comfort • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Record keeping • Customer communication • Anatomy knowledge • Dental diagnosis • Dental office • Vital signs • Dental care patient counseling • Medical procedure assistance • Pre-examination patient preparation • Image acquisition for patient care • Safety regulations • In-person customer service • HIPAA • Patient safety measures implementation • Full-time • Medical coding guidelines • Care documentation • Imaging studies • Diagnostic radiology • Diagnostic evaluation • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Health insurance • Dental insurance • Preventive health (patient care) • Initial patient assessment • Chairside coronal polishing • Patient history taking • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Paid time off • Health information regulatory compliance • Health record tracking • Dental equipment • Four handed dentistry • Operating medical imaging equipment • Health information management • In-person • Patient treatment • Clinical documentation standards • Patient education • Managing patient records • Registered Dental Hygienist • Radiology • Documentation review • Polishing • Communication skills • Open Dental • Safety protocol implementation • Entry level • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling • Retirement plan • Documentation reviews • Radiation protection measures