full-time 7 days ago
Registered Dental Hygienist
Highland Oaks Family Dentistry
700 North Tarrant Parkway, Keller, TX 76248
From 50/hr
About the Practice
N/A Team Members
Dentrix Software
Office Tour & Photos
Job Description
Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Registered Dental Hygienist and become a vital part of delivering exceptional dental care and patient education. In this energetic role, you will utilize your expertise to perform thorough dental cleanings, assessments, and preventive treatments while fostering a welcoming environment for patients of all ages. Your dedication will help promote optimal oral health, ensure compliance with safety standards, and support our mission to provide outstanding patient-centered care. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow professionally within a collaborative and forward-thinking dental practice.
Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive dental cleanings, including scaling and polishing to remove plaque and tartar buildup.
Conduct patient assessments by taking vital signs, medical history, and dental examinations to identify oral health issues.
Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays) using dental imaging equipment while ensuring radiation safety protocols are followed.
Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions to enhance their understanding of dental health.
Assist dentists during procedures through chairside support, including handling instruments and managing dental equipment with aseptic technique.
Maintain accurate and detailed medical records within Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix, ensuring HIPAA compliance and confidentiality.
Follow infection prevention protocols by adhering to healthcare infection control standards, including sterilization procedures and maintaining a sterile environment.
Requirements
Valid state licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist with current certification to practice.
New graduates are welcomed.
Proven experience in general dentistry and pediatric dentistry settings, with familiarity in pediatric dentistry preferred.
Proficiency in using Open Dental.
Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, medical terminology, and medical coding practices.
Skilled in chairside assisting techniques, including handling dental equipment and performing X-ray procedures safely.
Expertise in infection prevention management, aseptic technique, and healthcare infection control standards.
Excellent communication skills for client engagement, patient education, and team collaboration.
Ability to accurately assess patient needs through thorough evaluation of medical records and documentation review.
Join us to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care, technical excellence, and a commitment to health and safety!
Pay: From $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Registered Dental Hygienist and become a vital part of delivering exceptional dental care and patient education. In this energetic role, you will utilize your expertise to perform thorough dental cleanings, assessments, and preventive treatments while fostering a welcoming environment for patients of all ages. Your dedication will help promote optimal oral health, ensure compliance with safety standards, and support our mission to provide outstanding patient-centered care. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow professionally within a collaborative and forward-thinking dental practice.
Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive dental cleanings, including scaling and polishing to remove plaque and tartar buildup.
Conduct patient assessments by taking vital signs, medical history, and dental examinations to identify oral health issues.
Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays) using dental imaging equipment while ensuring radiation safety protocols are followed.
Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions to enhance their understanding of dental health.
Assist dentists during procedures through chairside support, including handling instruments and managing dental equipment with aseptic technique.
Maintain accurate and detailed medical records within Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix, ensuring HIPAA compliance and confidentiality.
Follow infection prevention protocols by adhering to healthcare infection control standards, including sterilization procedures and maintaining a sterile environment.
Requirements
Valid state licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist with current certification to practice.
New graduates are welcomed.
Proven experience in general dentistry and pediatric dentistry settings, with familiarity in pediatric dentistry preferred.
Proficiency in using Open Dental.
Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, medical terminology, and medical coding practices.
Skilled in chairside assisting techniques, including handling dental equipment and performing X-ray procedures safely.
Expertise in infection prevention management, aseptic technique, and healthcare infection control standards.
Excellent communication skills for client engagement, patient education, and team collaboration.
Ability to accurately assess patient needs through thorough evaluation of medical records and documentation review.
Join us to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care, technical excellence, and a commitment to health and safety!
Pay: From $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Requirements
• Dentrix
• Dental terminology
• Eaglesoft
• HIPAA
• Teamwork
• Dental terminology
• Eaglesoft
• HIPAA
• Teamwork
About Highland Oaks Family Dentistry
Highland Oaks Family Dentistry is a Keller, Texas practice providing compassionate, affordable dental care for patients of all ages in a warm and welcoming setting. The team emphasizes personalized communication, preventive care, advanced technology, and gentle treatment for anxious patients, while also offering same-day emergency care and Saturday availability. Led by Dr. Devang Patel, recognized among America’s Best Dentists from 2023 through 2025, the practice provides a broad range of family, restorative, implant, and orthodontic services.