Our comprehensive dental care office is looking for a hygienist to cover for a team member that is on long term sick leave. Our hygienists are the masterminds of our continuing care programs. They help educate our patients to understand the state of their health and value the recommended care. We treat our hygienists as co-therapist’s to help our patients navigate their long term care needs.
Qualifications:
Our ideal candidate will have a warm personality, be detail-oriented, have excellent communication skills, and can handle multiple tasks.
Previous experience is preferred, but a great attitude and a strong work ethic are our first priorities.
Experience with Dentrix is a plus, but not required.
· Seat the patient and have the proper setup ready for the procedure.
· Review and update the patient’s medical history, motivators, and concerns including blood pressure and enter in the computer.
· Check the patient’s progress and record the results on the patient’s chart including: previous incomplete treatment plans, oral cancer exam, TMJ exam, occlusal classification, comprehensive periodontal exam, and diagnosis.
· Take digital radiographs including vertical and horizontal bitewings, periapicals, and panoramic as needed, following the established patient policies.
· Take intraoral photographs to complete records and aid in treatment planning.
· Scale, polish, and apply fluoride.
· Root planing as appropriate treatment choice.
· Maintain the appearance, disinfection, and function of the hygiene treatment room, sterilization area, instruments, and trays.
Sterilize, oil, and sharpen the hygiene instruments, hand piece