Princess Dental Staffing

Dental Hygienist needed in our dental office

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Permanent Dental Hygienist Job

Portland, OR

Compensation

up to $47/hour DOE

Work Days

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, and Fri

Experience Required

less than 1 year

Certifications Needed

Basic Cardiac Life Support, Registered Dental Hygienist

Software Experience

Dentrix

Job Description

Our outstanding dental practice is seeking an exceptional Dental Hygienist for an opportunity to join our dedicated team.

Who We Are
We are a team of professionals dedicated to providing exceptional services to our patients. There are multiple practices in our dental group.

Who We're Looking For
We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to join our office. You can make your own schedule. If you have a steady hand and great bedside manner, we would 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
Valid license to practice
Nitrous-oxide Certified preferred