Registered Dental Hygienist

Duties:

- Perform dental hygiene procedures, including cleaning, scaling, and polishing teeth

- Take and develop dental x-rays

- Conduct oral cancer screenings

- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and provide personalized oral care instructions

- Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide as needed

- Assist the dentist during procedures and maintain a sterile working environment

- Document patient treatment plans, progress notes, and other relevant information in electronic health record systems such as Open Dental

- Collaborate with the dental team to ensure efficient and effective patient care
Skills:

- Excellent knowledge of dental hygiene procedures and practices

- Proficiency in using dental software systems such as Dentrix or Open Dental for scheduling, charting, and billing purposes

- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients and explain treatment plans

- Attention to detail to ensure accurate documentation of patient records and treatment plans

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

- Knowledge of medical coding for dental procedures
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50.00 - $55.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Parental leave
License/Certification:
Registered Dental Hygienist (Required)
Work Location: In person