Job Description
Job Description
Our friendly, patient-focused private practice in Payson is seeking a motivated and compassionate Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team full-time.
About Us
We are a small privately owned dental office dedicated to providing high-quality care in a welcoming and supportive environment. We value strong relationships with our patients and team members and pride ourselves on delivering personalized care.
Competitive salary. Benefits include 100% paid medical insurance, paid holidays, vacation, HSA and 401K
Dental Hygienist Duties & Responsibilities:
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Cleaning accretions, calcareous deposits, and stains of teeth and beneath gum borders with dental equipment
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Touching lymph nodes under patients’ chins for soreness or swelling so doctors can look for signs of mouth cancer
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Making a note of and evaluating the patient’s medical history
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Recording dental decay and disease for dentists to diagnose and treat them
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Sharpening and sterilizing dental instruments
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Working to improve patient oral health and promoting preventative dental treatment
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Collaborating with dentist for treatment
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Maintaining a patient dental hygiene regimen
Dental Hygienist Requirements:
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An associate’s degree in hygiene from a recognized institution is required
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Hygiene license issued by the state.
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CPR certification is current
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Hepatitis B immunization is current
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Must be able to give local anesthetics and use an x-ray machine
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Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and interpersonal)
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Must be well-versed in oral hygiene and dental health topics