Registered Dental Hygienist - OC dental care, Ocean city - Berlin, MD

Are you looking for a change from big corporate dental clinics? Are you feeling overworked and undervalued? We are hiring in Berlin, MD! An upscale small family clinic with lots of opportunities to grow. Minutes away from great schooling, great work/life balance, and beaches! excellent co workers, work environment and easy schedule with 50 mins appointment time. Paid lunch break ! We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices. We are blessed to have wonderful patients. As a Dental Hygienist, you should be reliable and able to build trust with patients of all ages. You should have deep knowledge of relevant health and safety rules and a good eye for oral diseases and anomalies. If you have a steady 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 or dental impressions Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer) Maintain documentation and charts on each patient Monitor supplies Skills Proven experience as Dental Hygienist 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 Attention to detail Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job Diploma in Dental Hygiene; Master’s is a plus Valid licence to practice Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $50.00 - $58.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health savings account Paid time off Work Location: In person

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