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full-time 11 days ago

Registered Dental Hygienist

Island Paradise Dental

1120 N Collier Blvd, Marco Island, FL 34145
43.50 - 46.50/hr

About the Practice

N/A Team Members
Dentrix Software

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Job Description

Overview
Join our dynamic dental team as a Registered Dental Hygienist and play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and promoting oral health. In this energetic and rewarding position, you will utilize your expertise to perform thorough dental cleanings, patient assessments, and education while ensuring the highest standards of infection control and confidentiality. Your enthusiasm and dedication will help create a welcoming environment where patients feel valued and confident in their dental care journey. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow professionally within a supportive healthcare setting committed to excellence.

Duties
Perform comprehensive dental cleanings, including scaling, polishing, and fluoride treatments, with precision and care.

Conduct patient assessments by taking vital signs, medical history reviews, and dental examinations to determine treatment needs.

Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions to promote lifelong dental health.

Operate dental equipment such as X-ray machines, intraoral cameras, and digital radiography systems while maintaining safety protocols.

Assist with chairside procedures during general dentistry and pediatric dentistry treatments, ensuring smooth workflow through four-handed dentistry techniques.

Manage electronic health records (EHR) systems like Eaglesoft or Dentrix accurately for documentation review, treatment notes, and medical records compliance.

Uphold strict infection prevention management by following aseptic techniques, sterilization procedures, and adhering to HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.

Experience
Proven experience working as a Dental Hygienist in a fast-paced dental clinic or healthcare environment.

Strong knowledge of dental terminology, medical terminology, and anatomy relevant to oral health assessments.

Familiarity with pediatric dentistry practices and providing patient care tailored to children’s needs.

Proficiency in using EHR/EHR systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix for documentation review and medical records management.

Expertise in infection control protocols, healthcare infection prevention, and control measures within a dental setting.

Excellent client communication skills with the ability to educate patients effectively about their dental health.

Prior experience with dental x-ray procedures (X-ray) and maintaining compliance with HIPAA standards for patient privacy.

This role is ideal for motivated professionals eager to make a positive impact on patients’ lives through expert dental care and education. If you are passionate about promoting oral health in a collaborative environment that values your skills and dedication, we invite you to apply!

Pay: $43.50 - $46.50 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person

Requirements

• Dental clinic experience
• Dentrix
• Dental terminology
• Eaglesoft
• X-ray

About Island Paradise Dental

Island Paradise Dental is committed to providing quality healthcare to families in the Marco Island area, offering comprehensive solutions for oral health needs. They prioritize listening to patients' needs, goals, and lifestyle to provide personalized treatment plans that enhance health and create bright, beautiful smiles.