- Permanent Dental Hygienist Job
- Crown Point, IN
Job Description
Registered Dental Hygienist
*This advertisement is for the position of Dental Hygienist for the Crown Point/Merrillville Region*
Who We Are:
We are a family oriented, privately owned dental practice with a mission to provide the best quality in dental care to our local community. We believe in providing an exceptional patient experience and the utmost caliber of dentistry. Our other (and equally important) mission is to provide a great working environment where our team members feel ownership in their role and have the ability to thrive professionally. Our practiceâs commitment to providing the best patient care and experience all starts with our team. We believe in fostering a positive office culture where everyone is valued for their contributions and enables professional growth... and we like to have fun, too : )
Who Weâre Looking For:
Weâre looking for a strong team player with a customer service background and/or skill set. Being detail oriented, organized, friendly, adaptable, and outgoing are all key qualities needed to succeed as an Registered Dental Hygienist.
Responsibilities include:
-keeping up with sterilizing instruments as frequently and efficiently as possible
-maintaining the following standards for the oral health care of patients on a consistent basis
-perio-charting on all patients once a year, along with full mouth photos with intraoral camera
-bitewing x-rays taken for cavity checking once a year
-full mouth x-rays performed every three (3) years
-charting missing teeth and documenting problem areas at each visit
-determining patient recall schedule (three, four or six months)
-providing a list of the patientâs recommended restorative work, if applicable, to the front office staff for a treatment plan presentation and cost estimate to be presented to the patient before he/she leaves the office.
-thoroughly documenting all procedures performed during the course of a patient appointment and all other conversation made in person or on the phone.
-updating health history at every visit and documenting any changes or lack thereof in the patient chart.
-teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health;(e.g., toothbrushing, flossing and nutritional counseling) * Assisting with miscellaneous responsibilities during schedule lapses.
-monitoring inventory supply and assisting with the timely reordering of all hygiene supplies.
-restocking operatories and sterilization lab.
-handling end-of-day responsibilities for next-day set-up, including trash removal.
-maintaining OSHA and HIPAA regulations
Minimum 1 years of Dental Hygienist experience
Current Radiology & Hygienist license required
Possesses a track record for providing outstanding customer service
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
Please provide CV or resume.
Job Type: Part-Time
Benefits: (Waiting Period May Apply)
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
Crown Point, IN 46307: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
Dental Hygienist: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: One location
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $40.00 - $47.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
Registered Dental Hygienist (Preferred)
Dental License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
