Registered Dental Hygienist

We’re growing! Voted one of the Top 10 Emerging Groups to watch by Group Dentistry Now! We are seeking FT/PT Registered Dental Hygienist to fill a position at our Flanders, NJ location. Competitive compensation plus incentives offered! Join us in our brand new, state of the art office!

Location: Flanders, NJ

Benefits for Full Time Employment:
Health Insurance, Bonus Pay, PTO, paid holidays and more!

Responsibilities

• Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination
• Sterilize dental instruments properly
• Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history
• Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis
• Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride)
• Educate patients of all ages on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques)
• Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures
• Take X-rays or dental impressions
• Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer)
• Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
• Monitor supplies

Skills

• Proven experience as Dental Hygienist or similar role
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA)
• Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment
• Outstanding communication skills
• A patient and friendly personality
• Attention to detail
• Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job
• Diploma in Dental Hygiene
• Valid license to practice
• Salary includes bonuses
• Salary is commensurate with experience; starting at $50 / hr. Pay is negotiable and competitive for the right candidates.

Health screenings • Patient comfort • Customer communication • Dental diagnosis • Dental office • Hourly pay • Pre-examination patient preparation • Safety regulations • Fluoride treatment • Paid holidays • HIPAA • Full-time • Care documentation • Initial patient assessment • Dental sterilization procedures • Patient history taking • Treatment planning support • Paid time off • Dental x-ray • Dental impressions • Health information regulatory compliance • Bonus opportunities • Health record tracking • Dental equipment • Patient consultations • Dental Hygiene • Medical post-procedure instructions • Patient education • Managing patient records • Oral hygiene assistance • Registered Dental Hygienist • Communication skills • Entry level