Practice location
full-time 7 days ago

Dental Hygienist

Cooley Ranch Dental

Colton, CA 92324
50 - 53/hr

About the Practice

N/A Team Members
Dentrix Software

Job Description

Job Overview
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Hygienist, where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional personal patient care and promoting and educating optimal oral health. In this energetic and rewarding position, you will utilize your expertise to perform dental cleanings, educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices, and assist with various clinical procedures. Your enthusiasm and dedication will help create a positive environment that encourages patient trust and satisfaction. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your career within a supportive and innovative dental practice.

Responsibilities
Perform thorough dental cleanings, including scaling, polishing, and fluoride treatments to maintain patient oral health.

Conduct patient assessments by reviewing medical histories, vital signs, and current dental conditions.

Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, dietary habits, and preventive care strategies to promote lifelong dental health.

Take and develop dental radiographs (x-rays), ensuring accurate positioning and adherence to safety protocols.

Manage electronic health records (EHR) systems like Eaglesoft or Dentrix for documentation review, medical coding, and maintaining accurate medical records.

Follow infection prevention protocols including aseptic techniques and infection control measures to ensure patient safety and compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Skills
Proficiency in dental software systems such as Eaglesoft and Dentrix for scheduling, documentation, and billing purposes.

Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, medical terminology, and general dentistry procedures.

Skilled in chairside roles, including handling dental equipment and operating dental x-ray machines safely.

Ability to communicate effectively with patients of all ages, explaining procedures clearly and empathetically.

Knowledge of healthcare infection prevention and control standards to maintain a sterile environment.

Familiarity with EMR/EHR management systems for accurate documentation review and medical coding compliance.

Join us in making a difference by providing top-tier dental care in a vibrant environment that values your skills and passion for helping others!

Pay: $50.00 - $53.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8.0 – 24.0 per week
Work Location: In person

Requirements

• Dentrix
• General dentistry
• Dental terminology
• Eaglesoft
• Medical billing

About Cooley Ranch Dental

Health Data Atlas is a healthcare data platform that connects provider, organization, facility, and health-system records into a unified data graph. Its AI- and researcher-supported data pipeline helps healthcare organizations with market analysis, territory planning, account prioritization, network strategy, entity resolution, and provider affiliation research. The platform includes records for millions of providers and organizations, along with active facilities and healthcare networks.