Princess Dental Staffing

Dental Hygienist needed in our dental office

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Permanent Dental Hygienist Job

Laguna Beach, CA

Compensation

$55.00

Work Days

Tue and Thu

Experience Required

less than 1 year

Software Experience

Eaglesoft

Job Description

We are looking for a self starter to work Tuesday-Thursdays-8am-5pm . Both of the days are open or if you are just looking for one day only individually , we are flexible. We have a small, cozy, 3 room Laguna Beach Dental Cottage. Dr.Brisley has been at this single location for 34 years. The hygiene room offers a lovely garden view to enjoy the hummingbirds while you work.

Dental Hygienist duties revolve around conducting initial patient screenings, cleaning teeth (e.g. removing plaque) and advising patients on oral health and preventative care. You’ll help dentists decide treatments for teeth or gum diseases and handle dental emergencies. We need a reliable individual to be able to build trust with patients of all ages. We expect hygienist to have knowledge of relevant health and safety rules and a good eye for oral diseases and anomalies. If you have a gentle hand and great bedside manner, we’d 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
Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
Monitor supplies
Eaglesoft experience a plus
Team player
Diploma in Dental Hygiene;
Valid license to practice
Malpractice Insurance