Dental Hygienist

Job Summary
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Hygienist, where your expertise will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and promoting optimal oral health. In this energetic and rewarding position, you will perform comprehensive dental cleanings, patient assessments, and education while ensuring adherence to the highest standards of infection control and documentation. Your enthusiasm and professionalism will help create a welcoming environment that encourages patient trust and satisfaction.

Duties

• Perform thorough dental cleanings, including scaling, polishing, and fluoride treatments to maintain oral health.
• Conduct patient assessments by reviewing medical histories, vital signs, and current dental conditions.
• Assist with chairside procedures in general dentistry and pediatric dentistry settings, utilizing four-handed dentistry techniques for efficiency.
• Take and interpret medical imaging such as X-rays, ensuring proper positioning and safety protocols are followed.
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems like Eaglesoft or Dentrix, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions to promote lifelong oral health habits.
• Follow strict infection control protocols using aseptic techniques to safeguard patients and staff from cross-contamination.
• Collaborate with dentists and other team members to review documentation, assist with medical coding, and ensure seamless patient care delivery.
• Working knowledge of Itero scanning and intra-oral photos.

Qualifications

• Valid state licensure as a Dental Hygienist with current CPR certification.
• Proven experience in dental office environments, including general dentistry and pediatric dentistry preferred.
• Proficiency with EMR systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix; familiarity with medical terminology and documentation review is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, infection control practices, and aseptic techniques.
• Ability to perform vital signs measurement, medical imaging procedures, and patient assessment accurately.
• Excellent communication skills to educate patients effectively while demonstrating professionalism and compassion.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure confidentiality of patient information at all times. Join us in making a difference by providing top-tier dental care in a vibrant team environment! Your dedication to patient well-being combined with your technical skills will help us deliver outstanding service while fostering a positive experience for every individual who walks through our doors.
• Must be able to work in a digital environment

Pay: $60.00 - $65.00 per hour

Work Location: In person