Registered Dental Hygienist - Thomas Houston, DMD - Eugene, OR

NOW HIRING-DENTAL HYGIENIST - Part timeDental Hygienist needed starting in June to join our patient centered, busy, organized and well established team 2 days per week. Our team is excited to welcome a hygienist who can help care for and build relationships with our awesome patients. We are a patient focused cosmetic and general dental practice in a state of the art office with an amazing team . Come work with wonderful patients and a fun, enthusiastic, efficient, sincere team who love to provide quality patient care. If you have a positive attitude, compassion for others, ability to connect with patients and a strong work ethic we would love to have you join our team. Competitive wage and benefit package includes, 2 day work week, paid time off, paid holidays, employee and family dental care, uniform allowance, options for medical insurance and retirement benefits. Email resume or stop by for a tour and find out more details @ 4780 Village Plaza Loop, Suite 210, Eugene OR 97401.Responsibilities

Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible
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
Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures
Take radiographs and intra-oral photographs
Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including periodontal health and oral cancer)
Assist dentist in administering anesthetic as needed
Administer Nitrous Oxide during treatments
Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
Monitor supplies

Skills

Proven experience as Dental Hygienist (new grads are welcome to apply)
In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession
Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment
Outstanding communication skills
A compassionate and friendly personality
Building relationships with patients
Attention to detail
Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job
Diploma in Dental Hygiene
Valid license to practice

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $48.00 - $52.00 per hour
Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

Eugene, OR 97401 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Eugene, OR 97401: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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