full-time 21 days ago
Dental Hygienist
East Hamilton Dental
8703 East Brainerd Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Competitive Compensation
About the Practice
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Job Description
Hygienist
Reports to: Dentist / Operations Leader
FLSA Status: Non - Exempt (Hourly)
Department: Operations
Employment Status: At-Will
Incentive Eligibility: Eligible
Job Summary
The Hygienist is responsible for cleaning patients’ teeth and examining oral areas, head, and neck for signs of oral disease. Educating patients on oral hygiene, take and develop x-rays, and apply fluoride or sealants. Performing quality and effective hygiene procedures while building and maintaining positive and professional relationships with patients. The Hygienist is responsible for the patient's excellent experience and contributes to the overall financial success of the practice.
The tasks and responsibilities of a Hygienist include but are but not limited to:
Provide superior patient care and service. Exhibit outstanding service and hospitality.
Record and review patient medical histories.
Examine gums, wing probes to locate periodontally recessed gingiva, periodontal pockets and signs of gum disease. Palpate and visually examine gums for signs of disease.
Palpate lymph nodes in and around the neck to detect swelling or tenderness that could indicate presence of oral cancer.
Educate our patients on the importance of preventing, diagnosing, and treating periodontal disease. Discuss the links between periodontal conditions and systemic illness.
Clean calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums using dental instruments. Apply fluorides or other cavity-preventing agents staving off dental decay.
Chart conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment by dentist.
Maintain dental equipment and sharpen and sterilize dental instruments.
Expose and develop x-ray film.
Provide clinical services or health education to improve and maintain the oral health of patients or the general public.
Practice to the standard of care of the State Board of Dentistry. Follow rules and regulations of the Dental Practice Act of the applicable state.
Comply with state and federal laws for chart documentation.
Follow OSHA guidelines on PPE and use standard precautions.
Proactive in leading and supporting the Marquee Dental Culture by maintaining a positive, friendly, and supportive disposition.
Other duties as assigned.
Required
Dental hygiene licensure compliant with the State Board of Dentistry with no negative actions
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Competitive, energetic results driven
Self-starter, Independent worker/thinker
Goal achiever
Customer Service Focused
Tech savvy, computer proficient
Attention to detail
Lifelong learner, committed to continual educational advancement
Can take respectful, constructive feedback
Can complete tasks in a timely manner
Monday-Thursday 7:30am-5pm
Friday 7:30-1pm
Reports to: Dentist / Operations Leader
FLSA Status: Non - Exempt (Hourly)
Department: Operations
Employment Status: At-Will
Incentive Eligibility: Eligible
Job Summary
The Hygienist is responsible for cleaning patients’ teeth and examining oral areas, head, and neck for signs of oral disease. Educating patients on oral hygiene, take and develop x-rays, and apply fluoride or sealants. Performing quality and effective hygiene procedures while building and maintaining positive and professional relationships with patients. The Hygienist is responsible for the patient's excellent experience and contributes to the overall financial success of the practice.
The tasks and responsibilities of a Hygienist include but are but not limited to:
Provide superior patient care and service. Exhibit outstanding service and hospitality.
Record and review patient medical histories.
Examine gums, wing probes to locate periodontally recessed gingiva, periodontal pockets and signs of gum disease. Palpate and visually examine gums for signs of disease.
Palpate lymph nodes in and around the neck to detect swelling or tenderness that could indicate presence of oral cancer.
Educate our patients on the importance of preventing, diagnosing, and treating periodontal disease. Discuss the links between periodontal conditions and systemic illness.
Clean calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums using dental instruments. Apply fluorides or other cavity-preventing agents staving off dental decay.
Chart conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment by dentist.
Maintain dental equipment and sharpen and sterilize dental instruments.
Expose and develop x-ray film.
Provide clinical services or health education to improve and maintain the oral health of patients or the general public.
Practice to the standard of care of the State Board of Dentistry. Follow rules and regulations of the Dental Practice Act of the applicable state.
Comply with state and federal laws for chart documentation.
Follow OSHA guidelines on PPE and use standard precautions.
Proactive in leading and supporting the Marquee Dental Culture by maintaining a positive, friendly, and supportive disposition.
Other duties as assigned.
Required
Dental hygiene licensure compliant with the State Board of Dentistry with no negative actions
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Competitive, energetic results driven
Self-starter, Independent worker/thinker
Goal achiever
Customer Service Focused
Tech savvy, computer proficient
Attention to detail
Lifelong learner, committed to continual educational advancement
Can take respectful, constructive feedback
Can complete tasks in a timely manner
Monday-Thursday 7:30am-5pm
Friday 7:30-1pm
About East Hamilton Dental
At East Hamilton Dental in Chattanooga, TN, we take pride in offering skilled and compassionate dental care for patients of all ages. With advanced technology and a commitment to excellence, we provide preventive, cosmetic, and emergency treatments to families in the area.