Hygienist Job for Knoxville, TN

About the job Hygienist Job for Knoxville, TN Knoxville, TN Job Responsibilities Assess dental condition and needs of patient using patient screening procedures, including medical history review, dental charting, and perio charting Perform routine treatment procedures, such as cleaning and polishing Take radiographs required for diagnosis of treatment needs by the dentist Apply sealants and fluorides Electronic record keeping Document patient dental history and chief complaint Record and report pertinent observations Teach patients how to prevent tooth decay and gum disease through proper diet and oral homecare Clean and sterilize instruments Complete Treatment Plan as prescribed by the dentist Review and explain treatment plan and associate’s fees with patient Articulate and express patient concerns to dentist Primary treatment coordinator Ancillary duties as needed QUALIFICATIONS · Individual must be reliable · Completed dental hygiene certificate program or associate’s degree in dental hygiene and has current hygienist license for state of North Carolina · Ability to demonstrate independent thinking and exercise good judgment · Ability to formulate, affect, interpret, and/or implement operating practices · Ability to demonstrate teamwork approach to job responsibilities · Ability to demonstrate initiative, dependability and promptness · Must perform frequent repetitive work with attention to detail · Must have the ability to be flexible and accept different work assignments with a positive approach · Ability to follow instructions and takes responsibility for own actions · Ability to exercise confidentiality with patients and patient care · Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, procedure manuals and written correspondence · Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form Job Type: Full-time 401(k) Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Supplemental Pay: Signing bonus Ability to commute/relocate: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred) #J-18808-Ljbffr