Dental Hygienist

Description

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Hygienist with a strong emphasis on patient-centered care. This role is critical in supporting our mission of preventive care, early detection, and treatment of oral disease. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, patient-focused, and comfortable collaborating with dentists to provide comprehensive oral health services.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

· Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventative care.

· Maintain and sterilize dental equipment.

· Document patient care and treatment plans.

· Perform comprehensive periodontal examinations, including probing depths, bleeding indices, recession, mobility, and furcation assessments.

· Record and monitor periodontal charting in accordance with clinical guidelines and update at regular intervals.

· Conduct scaling and root planing (SRP) procedures for patients with periodontal disease.

· Administer local anesthetics, subgingival irrigation and locally applied antimicrobial agents as needed.

· Take and evaluate digital radiographs to support diagnostic evaluation and treatment planning.

· Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques and home care compliance.

· Develop and implement periodontal maintenance schedules for patients with a history of periodontal disease.

· Collaborate with the dentist on treatment plans for complex cases. 

· Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation.

· Ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, state licensure requirements, and infection control protocols.

· Stay current with continuing education and best practices in periodontal care.

· Participate in ongoing team education, lunch and learns, office meetings, and group hygiene networking to stay up-to-date with current clinical standards and best practices for office operations.

Skills and Qualifications

· Current state licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH).

· Excellent communication and patient interaction skills.

· In-depth knowledge of dental hygiene procedures.

· Proficiency with electronic dental records (EDR) and digital radiography.

· Team-oriented, reliable, and committed to delivering outstanding patient care.