Dental Hygienist - Toft and Hetrick, DDS - Oklahoma City, OK

Permanent Dental Hygienist Job

Oklahoma City, OK

Job Description

About us
Toft and Hetrick, DDS is a small business in Oklahoma City, OK 73139. We are collaborative, customer-centric, fun and our goal is to Provide excellent dental care in a family centered environment. We wish for everyone who enters our office to feel comfortable and confident in the treatment they are receiving!.
We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices. Duties will include conducting initial patient screenings, cleaning teeth (e.g. removing plaque and calculus) and advising patients on oral health and preventative care. You’ll help the dentists decide treatments for teeth or gum diseases and handle dental emergencies. We are looking for a reliable team member who is able to build trust with patients of all ages. You should have knowledge of relevant health and safety rules and a good eye for oral diseases and anomalies. If you have a steady hand, great bedside manner, a passion for dental health and a team spirit, we’d love 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

experience as Dental Hygienist
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

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 per week
Benefits:

Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan

Medical Specialty:

Primary Care

Schedule:

8 hour shift

License/Certification:

Registered Dental Hygienist (Required)
Oklahoma dental hygiene license (Required)

Work Location: In person

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