What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Dental Hygienist position at Altius Dental?
Role: Registered Dental Hygienist
Work Location: 375 Stone Avenue, Paris, TX 75460 (In person)
Office: Norwood Family Dental
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour (Negotiable)
Job description:
- We are looking for a Part Time and full-time Dental Hygienist for our Paris, TX 75460 office to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices. Dental Hygienist duties revolve around conducting initial patient screenings, cleaning teeth (e.g. removing plaque), and advising patients on oral health and preventative care. You’ll help dentists determine treatments for teeth and gum diseases and handle dental emergencies.
- As a Dental Hygienist, you should be reliable and able to build trust with patients of all ages. You should have deep knowledge of relevant health and safety rules and a good eye for oral diseases and anomalies. If you have a steady hand and great bedside manner, we’d like to meet you.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination
- Sterilize dental instruments properly
- Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history
- Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis
- Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (e.g., remove plaque or apply fluoride)
- Educate patients of all ages on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques)
- Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures
- Take X-rays or dental impressions
- Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer)
- Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
- Monitor supplies
Required Skills:
- Experience as Dental Hygienist.
- Open Dental Experience is a plus.
- Costumer Service Experience
- Sealants Certificate is a plus
- Polishing Certificate is a plus
- Nitrous Oxide License
- CPR Certification
Salary : $40 - $45