What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Dental Hygienist position at AMS Dental?
We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices. What do Dental Hygienists do? 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 decide treatments for teeth or 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
- 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)
- Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
Skills
- Proven experience as Dental Hygienist or similar role
- Outstanding communication skills
- A patient and friendly personality
- Attention to detail
- Diploma in Dental Hygiene; Master’s is a plus
- Valid licence to practice
Clinical Setting:
- General Dentistry
Work Remotely
- No
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45 - $55