What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Dental Hygienist position at LaFevers Dental Team?
Our dental family is searching for a Registered Dental Hygienist!
We pride ourselves in providing excellent care to all of our patients and establishing relationships that feel like family. It is imperative that the RDH is attentive and detailed in their cleanings. You must have a current state license and prior experience is preferred. 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 (HIPAA) and a good eye for oral diseases and anomalies.
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 oral 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
- Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
- Monitor supplies
If you have great bedside manner, a steady hand, are a team player, and a positive attitude, we would like to meet you.
Hours: Monday- Thursday 8AM-5PM, (with a morning meeting at 7:50AM), and select Friday's 8AM-1PM.
Benefits: Health Insurance, 401k, Paid time off, Paid sick time, Vision Insurance, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Bonuses, and more.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35 - $40