Dental Hygienist

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Paid time off

Benefits/Perks

• Positive work environment
• Discounts on dental care for employee, spouse and dependents
• Competitive Compensation

Job Summary
We are seeking a qualified and caring Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team! As a Registered Dental Hygienist, you will provide top-notch dental care that makes our patients feel like family. You will screen patients, perform periodontal maintenance therapy, scaling and root planing, and assist the dentist with exams and procedures. The ideal candidate is state licensed as a Registered Dental Hygienist and has at least two years of experience. If you’re friendly, outgoing, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable
• Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have
• Prep sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for exams and procedures
• Take vital signs and accurately record medical histories
• Perform preliminary exams and collect oral health histories
• Evaluate patients for signs of gum disease, cavities, and infection
• Remove plaque and calculus, and apply fluoride treatments
• Teach good oral hygiene techniques 
• Take radiographic and intra-oral camera images
• Assist dentist during procedures and exams
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies
• Make patient's next appointments and work the recall system to fill gaps in schedule

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from a school certified by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, Bachelor’s or Master’s degree preferred
• Current Dental Hygienist licensure; Local Anesthesia Certificate is a bonus
• Current CPR certificate
• At least 1-2 years of experience in dental hygiene (experience in a periodontal practice preferred)
• Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and all dentistry safety guidelines
• Excellent communication and customer service skills