Dental Hygienist

Overview
We are seeking a friendly and skilled Dental Hygienist to join our growing team as our practice continues to expand.

The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care and promoting oral health. This position requires a strong understanding of dental terminology, infection control practices, and patient assessment techniques. The Dental Hygienist will work closely with the dental team to ensure a comfortable and efficient experience for patients.

We are a very caring and family-oriented group that looks to create a warm and friendly atmosphere for our patients and our team.

Duties

• Conduct thorough patient assessments, including medical history reviews and oral examinations.
• Perform dental cleanings, scaling, and root planing procedures.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and the importance of regular dental visits.
• Assist in the development of individualized patient care plans.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation of treatments performed.
• Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and aseptic techniques.
• Utilize medical imaging tools as needed for diagnostic purposes.

Qualifications

• Valid Dental Hygienist license in the state of practice.
• Proficiency in medical terminology and dental terminology.
• Strong skills in patient assessment and patient care.
• Knowledge of infection control practices and aseptic technique is essential.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively educate patients about their oral health.

Join our team to make a difference in our patients' lives through exceptional dental care!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Base Pay: $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Patient treatment planning • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Direct patient care • Dental diagnosis • Dental office • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • Post-session clinical documentation • Initial assessment (medical evaluation) • Root planing • Full-time • Care documentation • Imaging studies • Diagnostic evaluation • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Patient history taking • One-on-one patient counseling • Dental terminology • Paid time off • Dental equipment • Dental treatment planning • Patient consultations • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient counseling • 401(k) matching • In-person • Employee discount • Aseptic technique • Patient treatment • Managing patient records • Registered Dental Hygienist • Radiology • Communication skills • Flexible schedule • Health education and counseling • Entry level • Retirement plan