Registered Dental Hygienist

Our busy family dentistry practice in Monroe, MI is looking for a Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices in our community.As a Dental Hygienist, you should be reliable and able to build trust with patients of all ages. We are looking for a hard-working employee to have a deep knowledge of relevant health and safety rules and a good eye for oral diseases and anomalies. If you have a steady hand and great bedside manner, we’d like to meet you. Come join our culture and team. Please call our office at View phone number on click.appcast.io for more information about the position. Feel free to send your resume to View email address on click.appcast.io or stop by and drop your resume off in person. Competitive pay based on experience, IRA plan with matching after 2 years, uniforms provided and paid CE. Position would start ASAP . Responsibilities Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride) Educate patients of all ages on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques) Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures Take X-rays or dental impressions Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer) Maintain documentation and charts on each patient Monitor supplies Skills Proven experience as Dental Hygienist or similar role In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA) Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment A patient and friendly personality Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job Diploma in Dental Hygiene; Master’s is a plus #J-18808-Ljbffr