full-time 6 days ago
Registered Dental Hygienist
Associated Pediatric Dentistry
4945 Stone Falls Center, O'Fallon, IL 62269
Competitive Compensation
About the Practice
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Job Description
We are looking for a Registered Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices. As this is a pediatric dental office, you should be interested in working with children. You should have deep knowledge of relevant health and safety rules and a good eye for oral diseases and anomalies. If you have a steady hand and great bedside manner, we’d like to meet you.
Responsibilities
Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination
Sterilize dental instruments properly
Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history
Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride)
Educate patients on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques
Take X-rays
Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
Skills
In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA)
Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment
Outstanding communication skills
A patient and friendly personality
Attention to detail
Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job
Diploma in Dental Hygiene
Valid license to practice
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Health insurance
Paid time off
Relocation assistance
Work Location: In person
Responsibilities
Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination
Sterilize dental instruments properly
Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history
Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride)
Educate patients on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques
Take X-rays
Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
Skills
In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA)
Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment
Outstanding communication skills
A patient and friendly personality
Attention to detail
Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job
Diploma in Dental Hygiene
Valid license to practice
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Health insurance
Paid time off
Relocation assistance
Work Location: In person
Requirements
• Dental Hygiene
• Registered Dental Hygienist
• Registered Dental Hygienist