Job Description
Job Description
Benefits/Perks
Job SummaryTaylor Family Dentistry is searching for a full-time or part-time State licensed Registered Dental Hygienist who wants to join a unified, compassionate, hard working, and fun loving office team. This is a solo owner/operator practice. We offer competitive pay based upon experience, paid holidays, paid vacation, 401K match up to 3%, discounted/free dental work for you and your immediate family and an amazing amount of happiness. Hours are negotiable; however, it would be ideal if the applicant is available at the least Tuesdays and Thursdays. We can accommodate anyone who is friendly, outgoing and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience. We welcome and can accommodate anyone who would like to work full-time (it would make a lot of patients on the ASAP list happy as well). If you feel we can be your match, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
- Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable
- Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have
- Prep sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for exams and procedures
- Take vital signs and accurately record medical histories
- Perform preliminary exams and collect oral health histories
- Evaluate patients for signs of gum disease, cavities, and infection
- Remove plaque and apply fluoride treatments
- Teach good oral hygiene techniques
- Create dental impressions
- Take x-rays
- Assist dentist during procedures and exams
- Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies
Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree from a school certified by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, Bachelor’s or Master’s degree preferred
- Current Dental Hygienist licensure
- Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and all dentistry safety guidelines
- Excellent communication and customer service skills