Registered Dental Hygienist- Full Time - Uptown Park Dental - Albuquerque, NM

Permanent Dental Receptionist / Front Desk Job

Albuquerque, NM

Job Description

We are looking for an outgoing hygienist with strong interpersonal skills to join our dental practice. Experience is preferred and a current dental hygienist license is required. Our modern, fully digital practices provide restorative care, fixed and removable prosthodontics, endodontics, extractions, and implant restorations.
Job Responsibilities

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
Removing calculus and plaque (hard and soft deposits) from all surfaces of the teeth
Applying preventive materials to the teeth (sealants and fluorides)
Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling)
Counseling patients about good nutrition and its impact on oral health

Qualifications

Associate or advanced degree in Dental Hygiene
State certification/license as required to work as a Dental Hygienist
One year or more of relevant experience in the dental industry preferred; but open to no experience for the right candidate.
Possess a strong commitment to patient care, patient health and quality work.

****This position is Full time 10 hour shift. Monday through Thursday****
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $38.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:

Paid time off

Schedule:

10 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Read More

Job by