Dental Hygienist - Smithfield Dental Care - Smithfield, UT

Permanent Dental Hygienist Job

Smithfield, UT

Job Description

We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices. Dental Hygienist duties will revolve around conducting initial patient screenings, prophylaxis scaling and advising patients on oral health and preventative care. 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
Help Hygiene assistant sterilize dental instruments
Conduct initial oral screenings and check 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
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
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
Valid licence to practice

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $36.00 - $42.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 – 36 per week
Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Paid time off

Medical Specialty:

Primary Care

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

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