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SalaryJob Title: Dental Hygienist
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Hygienist to join our team. As a Dental Hygienist, you will be responsible for providing quality dental care to our patients and ensuring their oral health is maintained.
Responsibilities:
- Conducting dental cleanings and oral exams
- Taking and developing dental x-rays
- Educating patients on proper oral hygiene techniques
- Administering fluoride treatments and sealants
- Assisting the dentist with procedures as needed
- Maintaining accurate patient records
Requirements:
- Active Dental Hygienist license
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures
- Proficiency in using dental software and technology
We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a dedicated and compassionate Dental Hygienist looking for a rewarding career, we encourage you to apply.
Requirements:o Review daily schedule with the administrative assistant for hygiene patients
o Work with administrative assistant to schedule hygiene patients with efficiency
o Review patient health and dental history forms and update as necessary
o Accurately chart each patient’s periodontal health
o Perform thorough and gentle prophylaxis for patients
o Perform scaling, root planing and selective polishing for patients as appropriate
o Polish restorations
o Administer local anesthetics, if allowed by dental practice act
o Place medicaments subgingivally for periodontal disease treatment
o Take radiographs of patients as prescribed by dentist
o Apply cavity-preventive agents, such as fluorides and sealants
o Communicate with patients in an understandable and professional way
o Check on patient comfort during treatment and help allay patient anxiety
o Accurately and appropriately record provided treatment
o Teach proper oral hygiene techniques to patients
o Counsel patients on oral health, including the role of nutrition
o Perform other tasks assigned by the dentist
