Position: Dental Hygienist
Full Time
The Dental Hygienist plays a vital role and enable the Angel Dental Care team. The Dental Hygienist works chair-side with patients to ensure good oral health for the patient while delivering on Angel Dental Care’s commitment to exceptional customer service. The Hygienist should possess a friendly, outgoing demeanor and excellent organizational skills.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Patient screening procedures; such as assessment of oral health conditions, review of the health history, oral cancer screening, periodontal charting, taking blood pressure and pulse.
Take digital x-rays appropriate and perio-diagnosis
Prophylaxis and plaque and (soft deposits) removal from all surfaces of the teeth
Applying preventive materials to the teeth (e.g., sealants, fluorides, and varnish)
Teach patients appropriate oral health strategies
(e.g., tooth brushing, flossing, and diet counseling)Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
Non-surgical periodontal therapy (scaling/root planning) and debridement of all calculus deposits
Sterilize equipment and disinfect operatories per OHSA guidelines
Must have local anesthesia license
Must maintain a current radiography certification/re-certification
Maintain annual OHSA, HIPPA and infection control training as required by law
Outstanding positive attitude and demeanor
Complete periodontal charting per guidelines
Help manage hygiene schedule flow by; reviewing schedule day before, be present, engaged and always ready to work
Maintain a professional image
Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills
Ability to work flexible hours
Participate in recall communication as needed
***The above statements are describing the intended work for the Dental Hygiene position. This is NOT an exhaustive list of all job duties and responsibilities