Dental Hygienist - Clinic

Dental Hygienist

Health Advocates Network is currently seeking a Dental Hygienist to work at a facility in Burleson, TX. Pay Rate: $57 / hour

Duties: Work together with the dentist to meet the oral health needs of the patient. Provide a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment. Handles a variety of clinical duties for dental office operations. These duties range in complexity and skill, and all aspects of the job require an exceptional level of customer service skills and a strong commitment to working well with patients, doctors, dental assistants, and other dental office team members.

Job Responsibilities:

• GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy equipment operation may be required.
• Provide oral hygiene dental treatment and oral hygiene care and education in accordance with guidelines approved, issued, and regulated by the state in which they work.
• Apply fluoride and protective sealants. Removal of calculus, stain and plaque from above and below the gum line.
• Provide nutritional counseling and self-care programs to prevent disease.
• Record and review patient medical histories.
• Uphold office policy including HIPAA & OSHA.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Order and keep track of inventory as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

• This job operates in a medical/clinical environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, x-rays, and phones.
• This job operates in a well-lighted, sterile environment. Employees must wear gloves, masks, protective eye wear, and clothing to protect themselves and their patients from infectious disease.

Physical Demands:

• The employee frequently is required to talk and hear; stand and/or sit for long periods of time; walk; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to blood and blood-borne pathogens and/or physical risks, which will require OSHA training.

Skills: Required Skills & Experience:

• One (1) year of hands-on experience as a hygienist.
• GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy equipment operation experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Some locations require GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy operational experience.

Required Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from an accredited Dental Hygiene school.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• CPR certification.
• Dental Hygienist License.

If interested, please apply through this job post. You may send a copy of your most recent resume. If you have any questions, please feel free to call View phone number on click.appcast.io and ask to speak with Destiny Monday-Friday (08:30 AM - 05:00 PM PST).

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