What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist-Hiring Immediately-AT position at NRI, Inc.?
The Ideal Dental Hygienist will focus on day to day. They will see many patients with varying dental needs. It is up to them to take a medical history, review a client's teeth prior to the Dentist, and relay pertinent information to the Dentist. They may also need to:
- Chart the condition of teeth and the overall oral health of the patient
- Create molds of the patent's teeth for braces, dentures, and bridges
- Sterilize and clean dental tools and medical areas
- Educate patients on proper dental care and oral hygiene
- Provide assistance and support to the Dentist during major operations and procedures
- Complete patient intake examinations
- Create a dental plan that addresses the patient's financial status and insurance coverage
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
Immediate consideration, email: AThornton@Nri-Staffing.com
NRI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified Individual with disability.
