Princess Dental Staffing
Dental Hygienist
- Permanent Dental Hygienist Job
- Beverly Hills, CA
Compensation
$52.00-70.00 per hour DOEWork Days
Wed and FriExperience Required
at least 5 yearsCertifications Needed
Local Anesthesia Certified, Laser Debridement Certified, Basic Cardiac Life Support, Registered Dental HygienistJob Description
Job description
We are a modern dental practice located in the heart of Beverly Hills. We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices. Dental Hygienist duties revolve around conducting initial patient screenings, dental cleanings and advising patients on oral health and preventative care while making the patient understand and feel comfortable. You will be responsible for working alongside the Dr. to find restorative treatment for patients. As a Dental Hygienist, you should be reliable and able to build trust with your patients and be experienced in customer service. You should have deep knowledge of relevant health and safety rules and a good eye for oral diseases and anomalies. We are looking for a hygienist who is confident in their skills, is numbers driven and can give our patients a great experience at their next dental hygiene visit.
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 (Offer Arestin and other preventive services)
- Educate your patients proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques)
- Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures
- Take digital X-rays
- Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer)
- Maintain documentation and charts on each patient digitally
- Monitor supplies
- Arestin
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 is a must
- Attention to detail
- Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job
- Diploma in Dental Hygiene; Master’s is a plus
- Valid license to practice
Pay: $52.00 - $70.00 per hour (DOE)
Benefits:
- Paid time off
License/Certification:
- Registered Dental Hygienist (Required)
- LASER CERTIFIED
Work Location: In person (9460 Wilshire Blvd. Beverly Hills, CA 90212