08 Aug
Registered Dental Hygienist (Warren, Fraser, Sterling Heights)
Michigan, Detroit metro 00000 Detroit metro USA

Vacancy expired!

Job Description

At Creekwood Dental of Warren, Dentistry is our profession but caring for people is our passion. We are privately owned, family practice looking for a part-time Dental Hygienist to help us treat patients on Mondays, Some Fridays and Some Saturdays.

As a member of our team, you should be reliable and able to build relationships with our team and 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 are conscientious, dedicated and have great chair side manner, we would like to meet you.

Duties and responsibilities

-conduct patient screening to include: assessment of oral health conditions, review of the health history, oral cancer screening, head and neck inspection, dental charting and periodontal charting, measure and record patient vital sign

-taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays)

-removing calculus and plaque (hard and soft deposits) from all surfaces of the teeth

-performing dental prophylaxis polishing

-applying preventive materials to the teeth (e.g., sealants and fluorides)

-educating patients of all ages the appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health

-sterilize dental instruments and disinfect operatory properly

-identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis

-maintain documentation and charts on each patient

-participate in office huddles, meetings, and training

-contact patients that are in need of hygiene appointments via phone, email, text as directed by the practice administrator or owner

Skills

-Proven experience as Dental Hygienist or similar role

-In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (OHSA, HIPAA)

-Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment

-Outstanding communication skills

-A patient and friendly personality

-Neat and clean appearance

-Attention to detail

-Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job

-Diploma in Dental Hygiene

-Valid Dental Hygiene licence to practice in Michigan

-Valid CPR certification

Salary: Negotiable

Job Type: Part-time

Vacancy expired!


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