Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Hygienist, where your expertise will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and promoting oral health. In this energetic and rewarding position, you will provide comprehensive dental hygiene services, assist with patient assessments, and support the overall efficiency of our dental practice. Your passion for patient care and attention to detail will help create a welcoming environment that fosters trust and encourages positive health outcomes.

Responsibilities include performing dental cleanings such as scaling and polishing to remove plaque and tartar buildup, conducting thorough patient assessments including reviewing medical histories, vital signs, and current oral health status, assisting dentists during procedures using four-handed dentistry techniques, taking and developing dental radiographs while adhering to infection control protocols, educating patients on proper oral hygiene, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions, maintaining accurate medical records compliant with HIPAA, and supporting infection control procedures including instrument sterilization.

Qualifications:

Valid state licensure as a Dental Hygienist with current certification to practice
Proficiency with dental software such as Dentrix for documentation and record keeping
Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and general dentistry procedures
Familiarity with EMR systems and medical coding practices
Excellent patient care skills with effective and compassionate communication
Prior dental office or clinic experience demonstrating chairside assisting, infection control, and medical records management skills

Pay rate is $48.00 - $50.00 per hour. Work location is in person. Benefits include flexible schedule, health insurance, and paid time off.