Responsibilities:
- Perform dental hygiene procedures, including but not limited to teeth cleaning, scaling, and polishing
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and provide personalized recommendations
- Assist the dentist during procedures as needed
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records
- Follow infection control protocols to ensure a safe and clean environment
- Stay up-to-date with advancements in dental technology and techniques
Skills:
- Proficiency in using dental software systems such as Epic and Eaglesoft
- Knowledge of medical terminology and coding related to dental procedures
- Strong understanding of infection control protocols and practices
- Ability to accurately take and record vital signs
- Excellent communication skills to effectively educate and interact with patients
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to maintain accurate patient records
- Solid understanding of dental anatomy and oral health conditions
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $33.00 - $38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person