Dental hygienist

Join Our Team as a Dental Hygienist!

We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices. What do Dental Hygienists do? Dental Hygienist duties revolve around conducting initial patient screenings, cleaning teeth (e.g. removing plaque) and advising patients on oral health and preventative care. You’ll help dentists decide treatments for teeth or gum diseases and handle dental emergencies. As a Dental Hygienist, you should be reliable and able to build trust with patients of all ages. You should have deep knowledge of relevant health and safety rules and a good eye for oral diseases and anomalies. If you have a steady hand and great bedside manner, we’d like to meet you.

Pay

$40~$60 per hour

Salary Details
Pay: $40.00 - $60.00 per hour

Employment Type

Full-time

Requirements

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
Diploma in Dental Hygiene; Master’s is a plus
Valid licence to practice
Patient comfort
CPR Certification
Occupational safety regulation compliance
HIPAA compliance management
Medical equipment operation
Patient assessment
Fluoride treatment
HIPAA
Diagnostic evaluation
Masters degree
Preventive health (patient care)
Dental sterilization procedures
Dental prophylaxis
Disinfection procedures
Dental impressions
Dental equipment
Medical equipment cleaning
Equipment maintenance
Dental Hygiene
Operating medical imaging equipment
Patient interaction
Patient charting
Patient treatment
Managing patient records
Associates degree
Registered Dental Hygienist
Documentation review
Patient emergency assistance
Communication skills
Post-operative care
Health education and counseling
Entry level

Job Description

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

Benefits

Jobley Bonus: $180 (awarded to candidates hired through Jobley)

Shift & Schedule

Monday to Friday

About the Practice

• Name: Off Island Dental
• Location: 1 Sherington Dr. Suite H, Bluffton, SC 29910