Hygienist Needed ASAP

Job Description The role of the Dental Hygienist revolves around being a dental health advocate for the patient and providing the highest level of education to the patient of their current oral state. The Hygienists at Smalltown Dental conduct initial patient medical screenings, take radiographs, cleaning teeth (i.e., removing plaque), perform periodontal therapy, and advise patients on oral health and preventative care. The Hygienists are also instrumental with support in the treatment planning phase when the dentist diagnoses treatments for teeth or gum diseases.
The role of the Dental Hygienist revolves around being a dental health advocate for the patient and providing the highest level of education to the patient of their current oral state. The Hygienists at Smalltown Dental conduct initial patient medical screenings, take radiographs, cleaning teeth (i.e., removing plaque), perform periodontal therapy, and advise patients on oral health and preventative care. The Hygienists are also instrumental with support in the treatment planning phase when the dentist diagnoses treatments for teeth or gum diseases.
Reports to: Practice Manager
Dental Hygienist Benefits: 401K (We Match!)
Health Insurance
CE allowance
Hygiene Bonus
Uniform Allowance
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Smalltown University - Education & Growth
Daily Support - from Leadership Team
Volunteer Time Off
Duties And Responsibilities Patient Care Gather all necessary records and information for new patient appointments and present them to the doctor
Perform all services for patient recare appointments based on the diagnosis of healthy, gingival disease, or periodontal disease
Update Medical History for every patient
Educate patients on oral health and their personal oral diagnosis and treatment
Take radiographs and intraoral according to the radiographic protocol of Smalltown Dental
Make preliminary periodontal/restorative diagnosis and present findings to the doctor
Facilitate doctor/hygienist dialogue
Assist in sterilization/lab to ensure there is always a turnaround of sterile instruments
Maintains cleanliness of his/her operatories by weekly maintenance of lines/trap
Communication Generate a welcome letter for new patients and mail
Document all chart notes in the software including diagnosis, recommendation, patient’s choice of procedure, treatment provided, details of treatment/services/products used, expected outcome, next visit discussed with the patient, next hygiene services scheduled, and Hygienist’s initials
At the end of each visit, dismiss patients: make certain the patient’s chart is completed and the procedures are posted to the ledger and an insurance claim is created (if necessary)
Prepare treatment plans in the software and alert the Business team to present them to the patient
Update patient continuing care type if a change was recommended for the patient’s care interval
Handoff the patient by using the Communication Relay at the check-out with the treatment coordinator when a patient needs to schedule treatment
Ensure all new patients see the Treatment Coordinator prior to leaving practice even if no treatment has been planned
Notify Practice Manager of repair and maintenance needs in a timely manner
Scheduling Schedule all patients for their next continuing care appointments
Honor future pre-blocks in the hygiene schedule for new patients as well as Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy
Prepare for the next day’s schedule and come prepared to the Daily Flash Meeting prior to patients
If a patient fails for a hygiene appointment- follow the canceled/broken appointment protocol and send a letter to the patient.
When appropriate, add the Broken appointment to the ASAP list for the Hygiene Retention Coordinator
Pay Range: $36 - $45 per hour
Smalltown Dental has a culture of appreciation and respect for our patients, team members, and communities. We build relationships and we care for each other by working to achieve individual and team goals, while creating a positive environment focused on accountability and trust.
We are looking for serious, forward-thinking candidates for this awesome opportunity!

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