Hygienist Job for Lake Wales, FL

Hygienist Job for Lake Wales, FLBlue Jay Dental seeks Registered Dental HygienistLake Wales, FLJob ResponsibilitiesAssess dental condition and needs of patient using patient screening procedures, including medical history review, dental charting, and perio chartingDeliver direct patient care using established dental hygienist proceduresTake patient vital signsPerform routine treatment procedures, such as cleaning and polishingTake radiographs required for diagnosis of treatment needs by the dentistApply sealants and fluoridesElectronic record keepingDocument patient dental history and chief complaintRecord and report pertinent observationsTeach patients how to prevent tooth decay and gum disease through proper diet and oral homecareClean and sterilize instrumentsComplete Treatment Plan as prescribed by the dentistReview and explain treatment plan and associate's fees with patientArticulate and express patient concerns to dentistPrimary treatment coordinatorAncillary duties as neededQualificationsIndividual must be reliableCompleted dental hygiene certificate program or associate's degree in dental hygiene and has current hygienist license for state of North CarolinaAbility to demonstrate independent thinking and exercise good judgmentAbility to formulate, affect, interpret, and/or implement operating practicesAbility to demonstrate teamwork approach to job responsibilitiesAbility to demonstrate initiative, dependability and promptnessMust perform frequent repetitive work with attention to detailMust have the ability to be flexible and accept different work assignments with a positive approachAbility to follow instructions and takes responsibility for own actionsAbility to exercise confidentiality with patients and patient careAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, procedure manuals and written correspondenceAbility to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule formJob Type: Full-timeBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceFlexible scheduleHealth insurancePaid time offVision insuranceSchedule:Monday to FridaySupplemental Pay:Signing bonusAbility to commute/relocate:Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)License/Certification:Registered Dental Hygienist License (Required)Work Location: One location