What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist position at Health Marketing?
providing preventive and periodontal care in a general dentistry setting.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Perform professional cleanings and provide periodontal therapy.
- Take, assess, and process digital dental x-rays.
- Document patient medical and dental histories; maintain accurate clinical records.
- Support the dentist with comprehensive treatment planning.
- Educate patients on oral health, prevention, and treatment recommendations.
- Build strong, lasting patient relationships and promote ongoing oral health habits.
- Follow infection control and safety protocols and collaborate with the clinical team.
- Licensed/credentialed dental hygienist.
- Proficiency with digital x-ray procedures and patient documentation.
- Strong knowledge of preventive care and periodontal therapy.
- Excellent communication and patient education skills.
- High attention to safety, infection control, and clinical compliance.