Job Description
Job Description
Our team is looking for someone to help our practice grow. At Whites Creek Dental, we want to empower those around us with skills and knowledge so that they can confidently pursue their unique talents. That applies to our patients, but more importantly our fellow team members. Apply if you want to grow personally and expand your horizons. We want someone who wants to have fun and work hard to feel fulfilment and accomplishment. If that sounds good, we look forward to hearing from you!
```Duties```
- Perform dental hygiene procedures, including teeth cleaning, scaling, and polishing
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and provide personalized recommendations
- Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide as needed
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, including reviewing medical history and taking vital signs
- Assist the dentist during procedures and maintain a sterile field using aseptic technique
- Document patient care and treatment plans in electronic health record systems such as Dentrix
- Follow HIPAA regulations to ensure patient privacy and confidentiality
```Requirements```
- Valid dental hygiene license in [state]
- Proficiency in using dental software systems such as Dentrix
- Excellent communication skills to effectively educate and communicate with patients