Registered Dental Hygienist at Tolley Dental in Location not listed

Are you tired of working harder than the person beside you and making the same or less? We believe if you work harder, you should make more. Our hygienists are paid a set hourly rate and then when they reach their hourly goal, they are paid 20% of production. You should feel valued in your position and paid fairly. Our highest producers are averaging over $60/hr. We are looking for a growth minded Registered Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices Tuesday - Friday from 6:40 AM - 3:00PM. We are also open to part-time opportunities. This is a privately owned practice that focuses on learning new techniques and growing as a team. We love to try out new equipment and ideas. 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

• 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

Skills

• Proven experience as Dental Hygienist or similar role
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA)
• Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment
• Outstanding communication skills
• A patient and friendly personality
• Attention to detail
• Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job
• Diploma in Dental Hygiene; Master’s is a plus
• Valid licence to practice