Princess Dental Staffing
Dental Hygienist needed in our dental office
- Permanent Dental Hygienist Job
- Walnut Creek, CA
Compensation
Starting at $52/hr, based on experienceWork Days
TueExperience Required
at least 1 yearJob Description
Our outstanding dental practice is seeking an exceptional Dental Hygienist for an opportunity to join our dedicated team.
Who We're Looking For
We are seeking a part-time Registered Dental Hygienist to work on Tuesdays 9am – 5pm.
Who We're Looking For
We are seeking a part-time Registered Dental Hygienist to work on Tuesdays 9am – 5pm.
The Registered Dental Hygienist will play an important role in teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene techniques, offering counseling regarding good nutrition and its impact on oral health, ensuring confidentiality of patient information, complying with all regulatory and clinic-mandated policies, maintaining a safe and comfortable care environment, and advocating for the best outcomes among patients and your fellow care provider.
In addition to necessary license, certification, and education, the Registered Dental Hygienist will bring a patient-centric and positive attitude, outstanding communication skills, a focus on quality and 5-star service, and a strong sense of ownership and integrity.
Responsibilities
- Perform intra-oral examinations for indications of needed dental work, and refer patients to dentist
- Administer dental prophylaxes, including ultrasonic, hand, and gross scaling, debridement, polishing of tooth, deep cleaning, sealant placement, fluoride treatment, and teeth whitening treatment
- Deliver comfortable local anesthetic injections
- Take high quality digital X-Rays
- Document dental care services by charting in patient records
- Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques and recommended treatment plan
- Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Posted about 3 years ago