Fill-in Dental Hygienist

We are looking for a locum tenens dental hygienist to cover leave. You will treat patients and promote good oral health practices at a thriving general dentistry practice in High Point. You should have knowledge of preventive dentistry, periodontal health and patient education. If you are a team player and have great bedside manner, we’d like to meet you.

Dates Needed: - September 14th - September 17th

- September 21st - September 24th

- September 28th - October 1st
Mondays - 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Tuesdays & Thursdays - 8:00 am to 4:00 pm or 7:00 am to 3:00 pm
Wednesdays 9:00 am to 5:00 pm or 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Busy two doctor private practice with two hygienists currently.

Fully paperless and digital with Ascend software, CEREC in house milling, digital scanning, CBCT
Have a full-time designated hygiene assistant, so you can focus on patient treatment and education. Work alongside two experienced hygienists.

Responsibilities:

- Perform dental hygiene procedures, including cleaning teeth, removing plaque, and applying fluoride treatments

- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and provide recommendations for at-home care

- Conduct patient assessments, including taking and recording vital signs and medical history

- Assist the dentist during procedures by providing dental instruments and materials

- Maintain infection control protocols and ensure a clean and sterile environment

- Document patient information, treatment plans, and progress notes in the dental software system (Ascend)

- Collaborate with the dental team to provide comprehensive patient care
Qualifications:

- Valid Dental Hygiene license in North Carolina

- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program

- Proficiency in dental software systems (Ascend) for documentation and scheduling

- Knowledge of medical terminology and dental coding procedures

- Strong communication skills to effectively educate patients on oral health practices

- Ability to work well in a team environment and collaborate with other dental professionals

- Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions associated with the role.

Job Types: Temporary, Contract, Part-time
Pay: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person