Hygienist Job in Mooresville, IN

Hygienist Job in Mooresville, IN

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Registered Dental Hygienist

Mooresville, IN Part-Time position Monday-8-6, Tuesday-8-5

Job Responsibilities:

• Examine patient oral health and requirements via screening methods, including medical history evaluation, dental charting, and periodontal charting
• Administer direct patient care following standard dental hygiene practices
• Record patient vital signs
• Conduct routine procedures such as scaling and polishing
• Capture diagnostic x-rays as requested by the dentist for treatment planning
• Apply sealants and fluoride treatments
• Handle electronic patient records
• Log dental history and primary complaint
• Document and relay significant clinical observations
• Instruct patients on preventing decay and gum disease through diet and home oral care
• Clean and sterilize instruments
• Prepare treatment plan as outlined by the dentist
• Discuss treatment plan and associated fees with the patient
• Clearly communicate patient concerns to the dentist
• Act as lead treatment coordinator
• Perform additional tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

• Must be dependable
• Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene certificate or associate degree program with active North Indiana hygienist license
• Capable of independent thinking and sound judgment
• Able to develop, influence, interpret, and/or apply operational procedures
• Demonstrates a team-focused approach to responsibilities
• Shows initiative, reliability, and punctuality
• Performs frequent repetitive tasks with strong attention to detail
• Adapts to varying assignments with a positive attitude
• Follows directions and takes ownership of actions
• Maintains strict confidentiality for patients and their care
• Reads and understands documents like safety guidelines, procedure manuals, and written correspondence
• Comprehends instructions in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule formats