Dental Hygienist - RDH

The RDH is in a special position to provide our patients with the most important health service possible. The hygienist assists the dentist in providing oral health to patients by cleaning, scaling and polishing teeth, and taking x-rays. The RDH records evaluation of mouth conditions and extent of prophylaxis on dental chart to provide the dentist with information for more complete diagnoses and subsequent treatment if needed. They provide the patient with ongoing preventive oral care through patient education, treatment and reinforcement of the doctor's treatment plan. They must adhere to all required OSHA, HIPPA, and health regulations.

This role has a hybrid pay model with a $38-39 base salary plus commission on production. On top of that, the opportunity includes monthly bonus and profit-sharing based on overall practice success.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, the RDH must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. They need to keep informed and updated on OSHA regulations. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent required. Must have successfully completed at least 2 years of post-secondary education from an accredited dental hygiene program. This position requires 1 year of experience as a hygienist, and the RDH must be able to administer CPR and perform basic first aid.

Certificates, Licenses And Registrations
Valid X-ray certificate, current RDH license, CPR certificate
Skills
Skills required include: scaling and root planing, appropriate use of Cavitron, radiographic skills, administration of local anesthetic and Nitrous Oxide, accurate charting, time management skills, and adherence to infection control and sterilization procedures. Training with CBCT and laser therapy will be provided.

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do detailed work, using arms, hands, and fingers to handle and feel object worked with. The employee may intermittently be required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, bend or reach throughout the day. Good eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity are required. Specific vision abilities include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Employee must be physically able to administer CPR and may have to physically assist drowsy patients after anesthesia. May have to lift up to 25 pounds.

Competencies
Can work well with fellow employees.

Has a desire and ability to work with the public.

Is organized, motivated, committed, and self-directed.

Has a positive attitude about the practice, the services provided, and the products sold.

Ability to communicate - expresses thoughts and ideas competently.

Speaks and writes grammatically correct English.

Increases knowledge and skills through self-study and by attending courses and seminars.

Able to understand relevant concepts regarding duties and responsibilities.

Maintains a professional demeanor in stressful situations.

Ability to complete tasks within a specific time frame.

Considers patients comfort is an important priority.

Has dependable job attendance and can be relied on to follow through with assigned tasks.

Effective communication skills that allow success when supporting the administrative team in patient reactivation efforts.

Authority
Decide on treatment needed for the present appointment and record treatment information in the patient's chart. Enter type of treatment planned for next appointment and the amount of chair time, doctor time and assistant time needed. Dismiss patients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities.

Additional or different duties may be assigned from time to time.

Patient Treatment
Greet and seat patients
Take x-rays and CBCT’s
Evaluate gingival health and health of all oral tissue
Perform oral cancer exam, and take blood pressure
Administer nitrous oxide and oxygen
Classify patient's periodontal condition
Scale, polish, and apply fluoride
Periodontal soft tissue curettage and/or laser treatment
Periodontal scaling & root planing.

Do Perio probe and chart
Recommend perio consultation; refer out to specialists (when applicable)
Application of pit and fissure sealants
Polish and contour restorations
Polish appliances (partials, dentures, etc.)
Take impressions for diagnostic and opposing models
Application of non-aerosol and non-caustic topical agents
Intraoral scanning for orthodontic procedures
Remove cement excess from subgingival surfaces of teeth
Bite adjustments if needed
Myofunctional evaluation
Pay: $38.00 - $39.00 per hour
Expected hours: 16.0 – 24.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person