What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist- Cedar Creek Dental Care- Full Time $10,000 sign On bonus- 121527 position at Heartland dental?
Overview
Join Cedar Creek Dental Care as a full-time Dental Hygienist and help patients build healthier smiles through attentive, preventive care. You’ll assess oral health, provide hygiene services, and make each visit clear and comfortable for patients of different ages.
Your impact: By pairing thorough assessments with practical patient education, you help patients understand their oral health and make informed care decisions.
Responsibilities
- Perform dental cleanings, take dental X-rays, record vital signs, and document findings in electronic health records (EHR).
- Assess patients, review medical records, and communicate relevant information to the dental team.
- Explain preventive dental care and treatment recommendations, including to pediatric patients.
- Prepare and maintain dental equipment and treatment areas using infection control, aseptic technique, and healthcare infection prevention practices.
- Protect patient confidentiality and follow Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements.
Qualifications
- Dental hygienist credentials and any required state licensure are required.
- Dental office or clinic experience and familiarity with general or pediatric dentistry are valued.
- Knowledge of dental and medical terminology, anatomy, patient assessment, dental X-rays, and infection prevention is important.
- Experience with Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or other electronic medical record (EMR) and EHR systems is preferred; accurate documentation and records review are essential.
- Strong client communication and patient care skills are needed. Familiarity with four-handed dentistry, chairside assisting, medical imaging, medical coding, and HIPAA compliance is a plus.
Pay: $48.00 - $52.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Registered Dental Hygienist (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $48 - $52