Dental Hygienist - Park family dentistry - Stone Mountain, GA

Permanent Dental Hygienist Job

Stone Mountain, GA

Job Description

We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health.
We are a PPO office that is equipped with digital radiograph and charting using Dentrix
We are a paperless office that just finished a massive renovation to give out office a new modern look.
We are looking for that right person to help us grow our busy practice!
Benefits include PTO, 401k And competitive wages in a private dental office.
You’ll help dentists decide treatments for teeth or gum diseases and handle dental emergencies. As a Dental Hygienist, you should be reliable and able to build trust with patients of all ages. You should have deep knowledge of relevant health and safety rules and a good eye for oral diseases and anomalies. If you have a steady hand and great bedside manner, we’d like 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

Proven 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

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Paid time off

License/Certification:

Registered Dental Hygienist (Required)
Dental License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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