Dental Hygienist

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 healthy smiles, and support the overall efficiency of our dental practice. Your expertise will help foster a welcoming environment where patients feel confident and cared for at every visit. We are committed to empowering our team members with the tools and knowledge needed to excel in a fast-paced, patient-centered setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough dental cleanings, including scaling, polishing, and fluoride treatments, ensuring optimal patient oral health.
• Conduct patient assessments by reviewing medical histories, vital signs, and current dental conditions to inform treatment plans.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays) using dental imaging equipment while adhering to infection prevention protocols.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions to promote lifelong dental health.
• Assist dentists during procedures with chairside assisting, managing dental instruments and ensuring a smooth workflow.
• Maintain accurate electronic health records (EHR/EHR systems like Eaglesoft or Dentrix), documenting treatment details and medical information precisely.
• Follow HIPAA guidelines diligently to ensure patient confidentiality and uphold the highest standards of data security.
• Manage infection control procedures by sterilizing equipment, practicing aseptic techniques, and maintaining a clean clinical environment.
• Monitor patient vital signs and recognize signs of medical emergencies or complications requiring immediate attention.
• Support the dental team in administrative tasks such as reviewing documentation, medical coding, and updating medical records as needed.

Experience

• Proven experience working as a Dental Hygienist in a busy dental office or clinic environment.
• Proficiency with dental software systems such as Eaglesoft and Dentrix for scheduling, documentation review, and record management.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, medical terminology, and general dentistry procedures.
• Experience in pediatric dentistry is highly desirable, with the ability to adapt communication styles for pediatric patients.
• Familiarity with healthcare infection prevention standards and infection control practices within a clinical setting.
• Ability to perform dental x-rays accurately while maintaining patient comfort and safety standards.
• Excellent client communication skills with a focus on patient education and building trustful relationships.

Join us in making a difference through compassionate care! We value energetic professionals dedicated to enhancing patient experiences while advancing their careers in a supportive environment that emphasizes continuous learning and professional growth. All roles are paid positions that recognize your skills and commitment from day one.

Pay: $46.26 - $55.71 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Experience:

• DENTAL HYGIENE : 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• DENTAL HYGIENE LICENSE (Required)

Work Location: In person

Patient comfort • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Record keeping • Customer communication • Patient scheduling systems • Anatomy knowledge • Dental diagnosis • Dental office • Patient monitoring • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • Initial assessment (medical evaluation) • Image acquisition for patient care • Fluoride treatment • Client rapport building • In-person customer service • Working with pediatric populations • HIPAA • Full-time • Care documentation • Clinic experience • Imaging studies • Assisting medical staff • Mid-level • Diagnostic evaluation • Patient safety • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Medical coding experience in outpatient clinics • Medical scheduling • Preventive health (patient care) • Chairside coronal polishing • One-on-one patient counseling • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Treatment planning support • Data management • Electronic health record (EHR) management for billing and coding • Dentrix • Eaglesoft • Health information regulatory compliance • Health record tracking • Dental equipment • Cleaning • Document quality checks • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • Patient counseling • In-person • Clinical confidentiality policies • Patient treatment • Pediatric dentistry • Clinical documentation standards • Patient education • Managing patient records • Registered Dental Hygienist • Patient emergency assistance • Polishing • Communication skills • Flexible schedule • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling