Dental Hygienist - Pure Orthodontics & Dentistry - Bloomfield Hills, MI

About us
Pure Orthodontics & Dentistry
Looking for a Dental Hygienist for a Monday or a Tuesday in downtown Grand Blanc, MI
We are open M-W 8AM-1PM & 2PM-5PM.
We work in a state of the art building located right in the beautiful downtown Grand Blanc, MI. We are very active within the community and would love for you to join our great team here at Pure Orthodontics and Dentistry!
We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices. What do Dental Hygienists do? Dental Hygienist duties revolve around conducting initial patient screenings, cleaning teeth (e.g. removing plaque) 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
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 or similar role
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

We offer free parking. Pay is negotiable.
If interested please reach out by replying to this indeed posting or by phone: 810-695-8601.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour
Schedule:

8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

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