Dental Hygienist - Pittsburgh Dental Specialists - Coraopolis, PA

Qualifications

Registered Dental Hygienist License (Required)

Benefits

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
8 hour shift

Responsibilities

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
If you have a steady hand and great bedside manner, we’d like to meet you
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

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $50.00 - $55.00 per hour
Schedule:

10 hour shift
4 hour shift
8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

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