Dental Hygienist

Overview
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Hygienist, where your expertise will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and promoting oral health. In this energized role, you will work closely with patients to provide thorough cleanings, assessments, and education, ensuring a comfortable and positive experience. Your skills in dental procedures, infection control, and patient communication will help foster a welcoming environment focused on health and wellness. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.

Duties

• Perform comprehensive dental cleanings, including scaling and polishing to remove plaque and tartar buildup.
• Conduct patient assessments by reviewing medical histories, vital signs, and current dental conditions to inform treatment plans.
• Assist with chairside procedures in general dentistry and pediatric dentistry settings, ensuring smooth workflow through four-handed dentistry techniques.
• Take and develop medical imaging such as X-rays while adhering to strict infection control and aseptic techniques.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions to enhance their overall health.
• Maintain accurate medical records using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems like Eaglesoft or Dentrix, ensuring HIPAA compliance at all times.
• Review documentation for accuracy, update dental charts, and assist with medical coding for billing purposes.

Experience

• Proven experience working as a Dental Hygienist in a fast-paced dental clinic or office environment.
• Familiarity with dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, infection control protocols, and medical terminology essential for accurate patient assessment.
• Hands-on experience with dental assisting procedures, chairside assisting, and pediatric dentistry is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in EMR systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix to manage patient records efficiently.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure confidentiality and security of patient information.
• Strong understanding of medical records review, documentation review processes, and medical coding practices related to dentistry. Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering outstanding patient care through expertise, compassion, and professionalism!

Pay: $37.46 - $47.01 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• RDH (Preferred)

Work Location: In person