full-time 21 days ago
Registered Dental Hygienist for Fridays
Smile N Shine Family Dental
Dublin, CA 94568
65 - 73/hr
About the Practice
N/A Team Members
Open Dental Software
Job Description
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Overview
Join our dynamic dental team as a Registered Dental Hygienist specializing in Fridays! In this vital role, you will deliver exceptional dental care and patient education, ensuring a comfortable and positive experience for every patient. Your expertise in dental hygiene, patient assessment, and infection control will help maintain our high standards of care. This position offers an energetic environment where your skills in pediatric dentistry, dental imaging, and electronic health record management will shine. If you’re passionate about promoting oral health and thrive in a collaborative setting, we want to hear from you!
Duties
Perform comprehensive dental hygiene services including cleaning, scaling, polishing, and fluoride treatments with precision and care.
Conduct patient assessments by reviewing medical histories, vital signs, and current dental conditions to develop personalized treatment plans.
Educate patients on proper dental care practices, emphasizing preventive strategies and oral health maintenance tailored to pediatric and general dentistry needs.
Take and interpret dental x-rays using advanced imaging equipment while ensuring radiation safety protocols are followed.
Maintain accurate and detailed medical records within electronic health records (EHR) systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix, ensuring HIPAA compliance and confidentiality.
Assist the dentist during procedures through four-handed dentistry techniques, chairside assisting, and managing dental equipment efficiently.
Implement infection prevention measures by following strict aseptic techniques, sterilization procedures, and healthcare infection control standards to safeguard patient and staff safety.
Qualifications
Valid licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist with current state certification.
Proven experience with dental software systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix for documentation review and EHR management.
Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, medical terminology, and medical coding practices.
Hands-on experience in pediatric dentistry is highly desirable; familiarity with pediatric-specific tools and techniques is a plus.
Expertise in infection prevention management, aseptic technique, and healthcare infection control protocols.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to educate patients effectively on dental care practices.
Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail in documentation review and patient assessment.
Join us to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through exceptional dental hygiene care! We are committed to supporting your professional growth while fostering a lively, positive work environment where your skills truly shine.
Pay: $65.00 - $73.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
Work Location: In person
Overview
Join our dynamic dental team as a Registered Dental Hygienist specializing in Fridays! In this vital role, you will deliver exceptional dental care and patient education, ensuring a comfortable and positive experience for every patient. Your expertise in dental hygiene, patient assessment, and infection control will help maintain our high standards of care. This position offers an energetic environment where your skills in pediatric dentistry, dental imaging, and electronic health record management will shine. If you’re passionate about promoting oral health and thrive in a collaborative setting, we want to hear from you!
Duties
Perform comprehensive dental hygiene services including cleaning, scaling, polishing, and fluoride treatments with precision and care.
Conduct patient assessments by reviewing medical histories, vital signs, and current dental conditions to develop personalized treatment plans.
Educate patients on proper dental care practices, emphasizing preventive strategies and oral health maintenance tailored to pediatric and general dentistry needs.
Take and interpret dental x-rays using advanced imaging equipment while ensuring radiation safety protocols are followed.
Maintain accurate and detailed medical records within electronic health records (EHR) systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix, ensuring HIPAA compliance and confidentiality.
Assist the dentist during procedures through four-handed dentistry techniques, chairside assisting, and managing dental equipment efficiently.
Implement infection prevention measures by following strict aseptic techniques, sterilization procedures, and healthcare infection control standards to safeguard patient and staff safety.
Qualifications
Valid licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist with current state certification.
Proven experience with dental software systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix for documentation review and EHR management.
Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, medical terminology, and medical coding practices.
Hands-on experience in pediatric dentistry is highly desirable; familiarity with pediatric-specific tools and techniques is a plus.
Expertise in infection prevention management, aseptic technique, and healthcare infection control protocols.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to educate patients effectively on dental care practices.
Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail in documentation review and patient assessment.
Join us to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through exceptional dental hygiene care! We are committed to supporting your professional growth while fostering a lively, positive work environment where your skills truly shine.
Pay: $65.00 - $73.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
Work Location: In person
Requirements
• Dental terminology
• HIPAA
• Health information management
• HIPAA
• Health information management