Princess Dental Staffing
Dental Hygienist needed in our dental office
- Permanent Dental Hygienist Job
- Culver City, CA
Compensation
62Work Days
WedExperience Required
any experience levelSoftware Experience
OtherJob Description
Our outstanding dental practice is seeking an exceptional Dental Hygienist for an opportunity to join our dedicated team.
Who We Are
Fun, Exclusive, Busy Practice
Who We're Looking For
Fun, Cheerful, Organized, TEAM Player
Responsibilities
- Executes patient screening procedures such as assessment of oral health conditions, review of
the health history, oral cancer screening, head and neck inspection, dental charting and taking
blood pressure and pulse.
• Takes and develops dental radiographs (x-rays) using Nomad.
• Removes calculus and plaque (hard and soft deposits) from all surfaces of the teeth.
• May administer local anesthesia based on licensing restrictions.
• Applies preventive materials to the teeth such as sealants and fluorides.
• Teaches patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health such as tooth
brushing and flossing.
• Counsels patients about good nutrition and its impact on oral health.
• Makes impressions of patients' teeth for study casts.
• Performs documentation and office management activities.
• Sets up and prepares dental equipment and instrumentation in accordance with established
regulations and guidelines.
• Maintains patient confidence and protect operations by keeping patient care information
confidential.