Dental Hygienist - Texas Dental and Braces - San Antonio, TX

Join our team in creating beautiful smiles as a Part-Time Registered Dental Hygienist at our thriving practice! We're looking for a skilled professional to provide exceptional care and support to our valued patients. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing practice dedicated to excellence in oral health. If you love helping people achieve beautiful smiles, have a passion for delivering excellent customer service and enjoy working in a positive, team-oriented environment, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now to embark on a rewarding career with us. POSITION OVERVIEW As a Dental Hygienist, you will play a pivotal role in promoting oral health and hygiene for patients. Your responsibilities will include conducting dental cleanings, performing oral examinations, and providing preventive dental care. Additionally, you will educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices and help them understand the importance of maintaining good dental health. Your expertise and compassionate care will contribute to our mission of providing exceptional dental care and improving the overall well-being of our patients. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Ensures patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination Maintains and sterilizes dental instruments and equipment according to infection control guidelines. Conducts comprehensive dental hygiene assessments, including oral examinations, medical and dental histories, and charting. Identifies oral health conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis., Performs professional dental cleanings, including scaling, root planing, and polishing, to remove plaque, calculus, and stains from teeth. Assists dentists during dental procedures, including dental exams and selecting appropriate treatments for various oral health issues. Administers fluoride treatments and applies dental sealants to protect teeth from decay. Performs periodontal assessments and provides non-surgical periodontal therapy, including scaling and root planing. Educates patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, including brushing, flossing, and diet recommendations. Provides instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures. Take X-rays or dental impressions, intra-oral pictures and iTero scans; follow iTero protocol. Documents patient treatment plans, procedures performed, and patient education in electronic health records. Monitors supply usage and inventory levels. Uses, protects, and discloses TDB patients’ protected health information (PHI) in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards. Completes continuing education courses as required by state licensing standards. Completes and signs off on all end day forms as per company protocols. Ensures daily production goals are met. Assists the team in cleaning the office (trash, floors, restrooms, instruments, etc.). All other duties as assigned. COMPENSATION $45-$55/HR SCHEDULE PART-TIME Fridays 8am-6pm and Saturdays 8am - 2pm

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