Registered Dental Hygienist (Part-time) - CDA - Boynton Beach, FL

WE NEED A DENTAL HYGIENIST TO JOIN OUR DENTAL FAMILY!!!
We have an amazing team in our Boynton Beach location, and the only thing missing is---- YOU! We have incredible office hours of 9:00a-5p Monday-Friday, closed every weekend and major holidays. We're looking for a part-time hygienist to join our team 2-3 days per week. Mondays in Delray office, and then 2 days (T-Th) in our Boynton Beach office.
We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices. Our ideal candidate is comfortable with a fast paced office. 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.
Dental Hygienist 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

Dental Hygienist 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
Attention to detail
Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job
Diploma in Dental Hygiene; Master’s is a plus
Valid license to practice in the state of Florida

Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 25 per week
Benefits:

Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

Experience:

Hygienist: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Florida Registered Dental Hygienist License (Required)
Local Anesthesia Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Boynton Beach, FL 33437 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Boynton Beach, FL 33437: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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