- Permanent Dental Receptionist / Front Desk Job
- Rockville, MD
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Perform dental hygiene procedures, including cleaning, scaling, and polishing teeth
Take dental x-rays
Conduct oral cancer screenings
Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide as needed
Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and provide personalized recommendations for home care
Prepare and adequately set up treatment rooms for hygiene procedures.
Review and update the patientâs health history, chart progress, treatments, and home care compliance.
Adhere to strict safety guidelines and procedures to OSHA and office standards.
Must always represent the practice in a professional, pleasant, and cooperative manner.
Maintain regular attendance and adhere to assigned work schedules and office policies.
Always maintain the highest level of confidentiality to HIPAA standards.
Experience:- Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Dental Hygienist- Proficiency in the Dentrix software system- Familiar with infection control protocols and the ability to maintain a sterile environment
Skills:- Strong knowledge of dental anatomy, oral health conditions, and treatment options- Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients of all ages, including children- Ability to perform patient assessments and identify oral health issues or abnormalities- Proficient in taking vital signs and recording patient information accurately- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to manage patient records and appointments
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $58.00 - $62.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
Employee discount
Paid time off
Medical Specialty:
Anesthesiology
Radiology
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Ability to Relocate:
Rockville, MD 20852: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
