Dental Hygienist

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Dental Hygienist!

We are excited to announce an opportunity for a Dental Hygienist to become a part of our expanding dental practice. In this role, you will support the dentist with various procedures and manage the operation of x-ray equipment. To excel in this position, a valid state hygiene license and prior experience as a dental hygienist are essential.

Compensation Package

- Competitive hourly rate

Schedule

- Flexible working hours

Key Responsibilities of the Dental Hygienist:

• Utilizing dental tools to remove plaque, tartar, and stains from teeth and below gum lines.
• Reviewing and documenting patient medical histories.
• Employing probes to assess and identify periodontal issues and other indicators of gum disease.
• Documenting instances of dental decay and disease for the dentist's diagnosis and treatment.
• Maintaining dental instruments and x-ray machines.
• Conducting visual and tactile examinations of gums for signs of disease, sores, and other oral health concerns.
• Encouraging preventive dental care to enhance patients' oral health.
• Applying fluoride and other agents to prevent dental decay.
• Collaborating with dentists and dental assistants.
• Implementing a dental hygiene program for patients.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Associate’s degree from an accredited dental hygiene program.
• Valid state hygiene license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Capability to administer local anesthetics.
• Proficient in operating x-ray machines.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Comfortable with computer usage for various tasks.
• In-depth knowledge of oral hygiene and dental health practices.

Why Join Us?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical and dental coverage
• Performance bonuses

Compensation:

Hourly rate ranges from $63 to $65 .

We encourage you to apply today!