Registered Dental Hygienist

Overview
Mesolella Dental is seeking a dedicated Registered Dental Hygienist to join our dental practice due to our existing hygienist relocating. Our practice has served Greece and the surrounding communities since 1966, and is locally owned and operated as a third generation family business. We pride ourselves in forming long standing relationships with our patients, retaining incredible team members over many years, creating a positive work environment, keeping up with the latest dental technology, and have recently moved into a beautiful modern space. We have digital charts, digital radiographs, OpenDental software, intraoral cameras and TVs in every operatory, CBCT machine, and an iTero scanner to offer our patients the highest quality comprehensive care. Check out our social media on Instagram - @mesolelladental.

Responsibilities
Record and review medical history and records ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations
Perform dental prophylaxis, including cleaning cancerous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth, and applying fluoride treatments
Assist with dental imaging procedures including full mouth series, panoramic, and CBCT following ALARA principals and ADA standards
Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care
Document treatment and charting procedures accurately in OpenDental
Maintain infection control standards through proper sterilization and aseptic techniques
Collaborate with dentists and other team members to develop comprehensive treatment plans to best serve our patients
Monitor patient comfort and provide compassionate care throughout appointments
Qualifications
Valid license as a Registered Dental Hygienist in accordance with state regulations
Experience with dental office software such as OpenDental, Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or similar EMR systems
Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and infection control protocols
Ability to perform vital signs measurement, medical imaging, and patient assessment effectively
Familiarity with HIPAA compliance, medical coding, and documentation review processes
Excellent communication skills with a focus on patient education and care
Knowledge of medical terminology, medical records management, and general dentistry procedures
Prior experience working in dental clinics or healthcare environments is highly desirable
We are looking for a compassionate hygienist to join us 3-4 days per week, with eligibility for benefits starting at 24 hours per week. Benefits include PTO, health insurance, dental insurance, and 401k match. We are able to be flexible with days and schedules, and value work life balance for both ourselves and our employees. We are willing to train a new graduate hygienist if motivated and with the right attitude.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $41.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person