Registered Dental Hygienist

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Registered Dental Hygienist to join our professional dental team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to patient care, excellent communication skills, and a thorough understanding of dental hygiene practices. As a key member of our dental practice, you will provide comprehensive preventive dental services, educate patients on oral health, and support the overall efficiency of clinical operations. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients’ oral health and well-being through compassionate care and technical expertise.

Duties

• Perform thorough dental cleanings, including scaling and polishing to remove plaque and tartar buildup.
• Conduct patient assessments by reviewing medical histories, vital signs, and current dental conditions.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays) using digital imaging equipment while ensuring patient safety.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, preventive care, and treatment options tailored to their needs.
• Assist dentists during examinations and procedures through chairside support, including four-handed dentistry techniques.
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records in electronic health records (EHR) systems
• Follow infection prevention protocols, including aseptic technique and sterilization procedures, to ensure patient safety.
• Manage dental equipment maintenance and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
• Monitor vital signs and recognize signs of medical emergencies or health issues requiring further attention.
• Support the dental team by coordinating appointments, reviewing documentation, and ensuring smooth clinical workflow.

Skills

• Proficiency in dental software systems for scheduling, documentation review, and record management.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and medical terminology relevant to dental care.
• Expertise in infection control practices and healthcare infection prevention standards within a clinical setting.
• Experience with pediatric dentistry procedures and providing care tailored to pediatric patients.
• Ability to perform dental x-ray procedures accurately while maintaining strict safety standards.
• Excellent client communication skills with the ability to educate patients effectively about oral health practices.
• Familiarity with medical coding for billing purposes related to dental services.
• Knowledge of general dentistry procedures, dental assisting techniques, and dental equipment operation.
• Understanding of HIPAA compliance management to protect patient privacy at all times.
• Competence in managing electronic health records (EHR) systems like Eaglesoft or Dentrix for documentation accuracy.

Join our team as a Registered Dental Hygienist where your expertise will contribute directly to improving patients’ oral health outcomes through compassionate care, technical excellence, and professional integrity.

Please visit our website at www.newenglanddentalgroup.com to learn more about us.

Pay: $57.00 - $61.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32.0 – 36.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Dental Hygiene: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Wilmington, MA 01887 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Diagnostic imaging equipment • Record keeping • Direct patient care • Customer communication • Patient scheduling systems • Anatomy knowledge • Dental diagnosis • Dental office • Vital signs • Digital imaging • Dental care patient counseling • Health savings account • Preparing dental treatment areas • Initial assessment (medical evaluation) • Pre-examination patient preparation • Medical equipment operation • Registered Dental Hygienist (Massachusetts) • Working with pediatric populations • Practice management software • HIPAA • Patient safety measures implementation • Full-time • Care documentation • Assisting medical staff • Mid-level • Diagnostic evaluation • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Health insurance • Medical coding experience in outpatient clinics • Medical scheduling • Dental insurance • 401(k) • Preventive health (patient care) • Dental sterilization procedures • Chairside coronal polishing • Insurance medical billing • Patient history taking • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Paid time off • Dentrix • Eaglesoft • US work authorization • Health information regulatory compliance • Health record tracking • Dental equipment • Four handed dentistry • Document quality checks • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • Vision insurance • In-person • Clinical confidentiality policies • Patient treatment • Pediatric dentistry • Machine maintenance • Patient education • Managing patient records • Registered Dental Hygienist • Patient emergency assistance • Polishing • Communication skills • Technical Proficiency • File organization • Referral program